Raspberry Angel Food Cake (Printable Version)

A light, airy cake infused with fresh raspberries, offering a refreshing fruity twist on the classic fluffy dessert.

# Ingredients:

→ Cake Base

01 - 1 box angel food cake mix
02 - 1/2 cup water
03 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Fruit

05 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
06 - 1/4 cup sugar

→ Optional Toppings

07 - Powdered sugar for dusting
08 - Whipped cream for serving

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a tube pan without flouring to ensure proper cake rise.
02 - Combine angel food cake mix with water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer at high speed for 2 minutes until stiff peaks form.
03 - Gently fold raspberries into the batter using a spatula, taking care not to crush the berries or deflate the mixture.
04 - Pour batter into prepared tube pan. Gently tap pan to release air bubbles. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
05 - Remove from oven and immediately invert pan onto a cooling rack or bottle. Allow to cool completely for 1 hour while suspended upside down.
06 - Once cooled, run a knife around the edges to loosen. Gently remove cake from pan and transfer to a serving platter.

# Notes:

01 - Don't overmix when folding in raspberries to maintain the airy texture
02 - Angel food cake must be cooled upside down to preserve its structure
03 - Fresh raspberries work best, but frozen can be used if thoroughly thawed and drained
04 - Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 1-2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days