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The chiffon cake, also known as chiffon pie or chiffon cake, is a soft and fluffy cake typically enjoyed for breakfast or as a dessert after a main meal, ideally served warm, fresh out of the oven.
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How to Make Chiffon Cake?
The chiffon cake is a sponge cake made with a base of wheat flour, baking powder, eggs, and orange juice, resulting in a soft, airy, refreshing, and delicious cake.
Orange Chiffon Cake Recipe
Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 60 minutes
Calories: 320 kcal
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 2 cups of wheat flour
- 150 ml of orange juice
- 8 eggs
- 3 tablespoons of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ cup of oil
- ½ cup of sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) for at least 10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix with a wooden spoon, then add the sugar and oil, and integrate until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
- Add the vanilla extract, the 8 egg yolks, and mix again. Gradually incorporate the orange juice, mixing each time until you achieve a uniform texture.
- Beat the 8 egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the batter using folding motions. Pour the batter into a greased pan and bake for about 60 minutes. Remove, let cool, and loosen the edges with a long knife. Invert onto a wide plate and optionally dust with powdered sugar.
Nutritional Information
Orange chiffon cake is a source of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and proteins, while also providing vitamin C, vitamin E, and small amounts of iron and calcium. Its moderate sugar and fat content make it a lighter option compared to other traditional cakes.
Origin of Chiffon Cake
The chiffon cake is an American sponge cake created in 1927 by Harry Baker, an insurance executive in Los Angeles who was passionate about baking. Years later, he opened his own café called Brown Derby, where the Baker cake quickly gained recognition.
Did You Know?
The recipe for the Baker cake was later sold to General Mills, who eventually named it chiffon cake. The orange juice variety remains one of the most popular to this day.
