A light, airy cake that combines the richness of butter cake with the delicate texture of angel food cake, perfect for any occasion.
2 1/4 cups cake flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 large eggs, separated
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup water or fruit juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a 10-inch tube pan.
Whisk together dry ingredients in a bowl.
Beat egg yolks, oil, water, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Add to dry ingredients and mix.
Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold egg whites into the batter.
Pour batter into the pan and bake for 45-50 minutes. Cool upside down.
Remove from the pan and serve as desired.