Angel Food Cake with Fresh Strawberries and Cream
Angel Food Cake with Fresh Strawberries and Cream is a light, airy dessert featuring a sponge cake made primarily from whipped egg whites, sugar, and flour, topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. It is a classic American dessert, often associated with summer and patriotic holidays like the Fourth of July due to its red, white, and blue color scheme. The cake's signature texture comes from the absence of egg yolks and fat, creating a delicate, cloud-like consistency.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and sugar, with moderate fat from the whipped cream and minimal protein from the egg whites. A typical serving provides around 300-400 calories, offering some vitamin C from the strawberries but primarily serving as an indulgent treat rather than a nutrient-dense food.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg RAE |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
Per 1 slice (1/12 of 9-inch cake) with 1/2 cup strawberries and 2 tbsp whipped cream (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Angel Food Cake is unique for being a fat-free sponge cake, relying entirely on egg whites for its structure, which was a practical way to use leftover egg whites from recipes requiring yolks. Culturally, it became a symbol of American home baking in the early 20th century, often served at potlucks and celebrations, and its lightness makes it a popular choice for those seeking a less heavy dessert option.
