Strawberry Pie Filling And Angel Food Cake
Summer is the perfect time for fresh and fruity desserts. And what could be better than the combination of strawberry pie filling and angel food cake? This delicious dessert is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. In this article, we'll show you how to make the perfect strawberry pie filling and angel food cake, and give you some tips for serving it up in style.
The Perfect Strawberry Pie Filling
The first step in making a delicious strawberry pie filling is to choose the right strawberries. Look for berries that are firm, bright red, and sweet smelling. You'll need about 4 cups of sliced strawberries for this recipe.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Add the water and lemon juice and whisk until smooth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Add the sliced strawberries and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
The Perfect Angel Food Cake
Now that you've got your delicious strawberry pie filling, it's time to make the perfect angel food cake to go with it. This light and fluffy cake is the perfect complement to the sweet and tangy strawberry filling.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cake flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 12 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Sift the cake flour and 3/4 cup of the sugar together and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy.
- Add the cream of tartar and salt and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in the vanilla extract.
- Sift the flour mixture over the egg white mixture and gently fold in until just combined.
- Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and springs back when lightly touched.
- Invert the pan onto a wire rack and let cool completely.
Serving Suggestions
Now that you've got your delicious strawberry pie filling and angel food cake, it's time to serve it up in style. Here are a few suggestions:
- Serve the cake and filling separately and let your guests spoon the filling over their cake slices.
- Cut the cake into cubes and serve with the filling as a dip.
- Top the cake with whipped cream and a few fresh strawberries for an extra special treat.
No matter how you serve it, this strawberry pie filling and angel food cake is sure to be a hit at your next summer gathering. Enjoy!