How To Make Key Lime Angel Food Cake

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Introduce the key limes and explain their characteristics compared to traditional limes.

Zest the key limes and rub the zest into a small amount of sugar to enhance flavor.

Whip room temperature egg whites with cream of tartar and salt to a medium peak, not firm or dry.

Add the lime zest and sugar mixture, lime juice, and a few drops of green food coloring to the whipped egg whites.

Sift cake flour and sugar together to eliminate lumps before folding into the egg mixture.

Carefully fold the cake flour mixture into the egg whites, ensuring to maintain air in the mixture.

Pour the batter into a 10-inch ungreased tube pan, spreading it evenly.

Bake the cake at 350°F for 35 to 40 minutes, checking for springiness and cracks as indicators of doneness.

Invert the pan immediately after baking to cool the cake, preventing it from deflating.

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