Are you ready to be blown away by the deliciousness of a cheese chiffon cake? Prepare to indulge in a light, fluffy, and creamy treat that will leave you in awe of your baking skills. With its perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, this cheese chiffon cake is sure to satisfy your dessert cravings.
The Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 6 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 4 ounces cream cheese
For the frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
The Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease a 10-inch tube pan with vegetable oil.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and make a well in the center.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, egg yolks, water, and vanilla extract. Pour the mixture into the well and whisk until smooth.
4. Using an electric mixer, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium-high speed until foamy. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, while continuously beating on high speed, until stiff and glossy peaks form.
5. Fold in the egg whites and the cream cheese into the batter until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Remove the cake from the oven and invert the pan onto a cooling rack or a bottle, making sure that the cake is suspended upside down while cooling. Let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan.
7. To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
8. Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting on top, decorate as desired, and enjoy!
This cheese chiffon cake is perfect for any occasion, from a fancy dinner party to a casual brunch with friends. With its incredible flavor and light texture, your guests will surely be impressed and will keep coming back for more. So go ahead and indulge in this heavenly dessert. You deserve it!