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Light & Fluffy Cloud Cake

This Light & Fluffy Cloud Cake lives up to its name with an airy, delicate texture and subtle sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a dreamy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that’s as soft as a cloud — ideal for layering with fresh fruit or a simple dusting of powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 4 egg whites
  • ½ cup whole milk or non-dairy alternative
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch pans.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar in a bowl.
  3. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  4. Combine milk, butter, and vanilla, then mix into the dry ingredients.
  5. Fold in egg whites gently.
  6. Pour batter into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden.
  7. Cool completely before frosting with powdered sugar.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://ekellyn.com/light-fluffy-cloud-cake/

Notes

  • Use room-temperature egg whites for better volume.
  • Do not overmix after adding egg whites — gentle folding keeps the cake airy.
  • Add a few drops of almond or lemon extract for subtle flavor variation.