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Craving a dessert that’s as light and airy as a cloud, but with a burst of sunshine flavor? Look no further than the classic Lemon Angel Food Cake! This elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon tea to a celebratory spring or summer gathering.

Imagine this: a towering cake with a texture so delicate it practically melts in your mouth. Each bite is infused with the bright, refreshing tang of lemon, creating a flavor that’s both sweet and sophisticated. The best part? This recipe is surprisingly straightforward, relying on simple ingredients and techniques to achieve stunning results. So, ditch the dense cakes and heavy frostings. Today, we’re embracing the ethereal beauty of the Lemon Angel Food Cake. With this recipe, you’ll be a baking angel in no time, creating a dessert that’s sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds!

Lemon Angel Food Cake:

2 TBSP fresh lemon juice
2 TBSP half and half
1 cup water
1 box angel food cake mix

Glaze:

2 cup powdered sugar
2 TBSP lemon juice
Water, for desired consistency

Preheat the oven to 350. In a mixing bowl, add lemon juice, half and half, and water. Gradually add in the angel food cake mix. Beat the cake mix for 60 seconds with electric mixer.

Pour the batter into an uncreased angel food cake pan. Bake 45 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Allow the cake to cool upside down in the pan. When the cake reaches room temperature, run a metal spatula along the edges of pan to remove the cake.

In a small mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, milk or and as much water as is needed to reach your desired consistency.

Lemon Angel Food Cake

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Author: Jen

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This Lemon Angel Food Cake is light, airy and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

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2 TBSP fresh lemon juice
2 TBSP half and half
1 cup water
1 box angel food cake mix

Glaze:

2 cup powdered sugar
2 TBSP lemon juice
Water, for desired consistency

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350
In a mixing bowl, add lemon juice, half and half, and water
Gradually add in the angel food cake mix
Beat the cake mix for 60 seconds with electric mixer
Pour the batter into an uncreased angel food cake pan
Bake 45 minutes or until top is golden brown
Allow the cake to cool upside down in the pan
When the cake reaches room temperature, run a metal spatula along the edges of pan to remove the cake
In a small mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, milk or and as much water as is needed to reach your desired consistency
Pour the glaze over the cake, allowing it to fall down the sides of the cake
Garnish the top with lemon slices