How to Make Lemon Chiffon Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to light, airy, and oh-so-delicious desserts, the Lemon Chiffon Cake reigns supreme. With its fluffy texture and zesty lemon flavor, this cake is a showstopper at any gathering or event. It's a dessert that is perfect for any season, but especially shines in the spring and summer months when fresh, bright flavors are in high demand. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this Lemon Chiffon Cake recipe is sure to become a staple in your repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups cake flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 6 egg yolks
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 6 egg whites
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 ½ cups lemon pie filling
  • 8 slices lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 10-inch tube pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and 1/2 cup sugar. Add oil, egg yolks, water and lemon rind. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until peaks form. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, and beat until very stiff and shiny peaks form. Fold 1/3 of the whites into the batter, then quickly fold in remaining whites until no streaks remain. Turn batter into ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Invert cake and cool completely in pan. When cool, loosen edges and shake pan to remove cake.
  • To Make Filling: Beat cream to stiff peaks. Fold in lemon filling. Chill until stiff.
  • To Assemble Cake: Slice cake horizontally into 3 equal layers. Fill layers with 1/3 cup of filling. Spread remaining filling on top layer. Decorate with lemon slices.
  • Nutrition

    460 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 174mg
    • Sodium: 344mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 67g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 48g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 98mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 128mg