Orange Angel Food Cake with Passion Fruit Syrup

Orange Angel Food Cake with Passion Fruit Syrup

Introduction

Light, fluffy, and citrus-kissed, this Orange Angel Food Cake is a dreamy dessert that melts in your mouth. The airy sponge, subtly flavored with orange zest and vanilla, pairs beautifully with a tangy passion fruit syrup, creating a refreshing balance of sweet and tart. Perfect for summer gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a show-stopping dessert, this cake is both elegant and surprisingly easy to make. With a swirl of creamy yogurt icing and a drizzle of tropical syrup, it’s a treat that will delight friends, family, or any lucky guest at your table.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 100 g (3/4 cup) plain flour
  • 100 g (3/4 cup) icing sugar
  • 8 medium egg whites
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200 g (1 cup) caster sugar

For the Passion Fruit Syrup:

  • 6 passion fruits, pulp scooped out
  • Remaining 60 g (1/3 cup) caster sugar

For the Icing:

  • 200 g (3/4 cup) low-fat natural yogurt (not fat-free)
  • 200 ml (3/4 cup + 2 tbsp) double cream
  • 20 g (2 tbsp) icing sugar

Directions

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