Description
This Cotton Cake is a light, fluffy dessert that melts in your mouth! Perfect for any occasion, this delicate cake is soft and airy with a subtle sweetness, making it a delightful treat
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Grease and line a round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter with the milk over low heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and granulated sugar. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, and pour in the milk and butter mixture. Mix well until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar and salt until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until glossy.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the batter, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a decorative touch.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, add lemon zest or orange zest to the batter.
- This cake is perfect when served with whipped cream or fresh fruit on top.
- Make sure the egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks for the fluffiest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg