Cocoa Chiffon Cake Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time25 MinCooking Time1 Hr 15 Min
Ready In1 Hr 40 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexJust EnjoyCuisine
CourseMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Cake flour2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Sugar3/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Unsweetened cocoa powder1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Baking powder3 Teaspoon
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Cooking oil1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Egg yolks7
 Cold water3/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Vanilla extract1 Teaspoon
 Egg whites7
 Cream of tartar1/2 Teaspoon
 Creamy Glaze
 Butter/Margarine1/4 Cup (16 tbs) (Creamy Glaze:)
 Powdered sugar2 Cup (16 tbs), sifted (Creamy Glaze:)
 Vanilla extract1 Teaspoon (Creamy Glaze:)
 Hot water2 Tablespoon (Creamy Glaze:)

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a large mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and salt.
Make a well in mixture and add oil, egg yolks, water and vanilla.
Beat until smooth.
In another large mixer bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until very stiff peaks form.
Gradually pour batter over beaten whites, gently folding until just blended.
Spoon into ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
Bake 1 hour and 10 to 15 minutes or until done.
Invert pan on wire rack.
Let stand in pan upside down until completely cool.
Prepare Creamy Glaze.
Spoon over top of cake, letting excess drip down sides.
Creamy Glaze: In a small saucepan, melt butter or margarine.
Remove from heat.
Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla.
Add water.
Mix until smooth.
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