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Daffodil Cake (1930s Vintage Light Fluffy Dessert Recipe)

Fall in love with this light and airy vintage cake that looks as beautiful as it tastes. A timeless dessert that feels fancy but is surprisingly simple to make.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup cake flour

10 large eggs, separated

1/2 tsp cream of tartar

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp almond extract

2 tbsp warm water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F and prepare an ungreased tube pan.
    Beat egg whites with cream of tartar and salt until soft peaks form.
    Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
    Sift flour and gently fold into egg whites.
    In another bowl, beat egg yolks with sugar, water, and extracts.
    Fold part of the yolk mixture into the white batter for a marbled effect.
    Pour batter into pan and smooth the top gently.
    Bake for 50–60 minutes until set.
    Invert pan and cool completely before removing.