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Rainbow Chiffon Cake

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Rainbow Chiffon Cake is a light, fluffy, and visually stunning cake made by layering or marbling different colored batters. Perfect for celebrations, this cake combines a delicate texture with a burst of vibrant colors.

Ingredients

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  • 7 large eggs, separated
  • 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 120ml (1/2 cup) vegetable oil
  • 160ml (2/3 cup) water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 180g (1 1/2 cups) cake flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Food coloring (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Do not grease the chiffon cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks, 100g of sugar, oil, water, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Sift in the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
  4. In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Add cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add the remaining 100g of sugar to the egg whites and beat until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg white mixture into the yolk mixture in three parts, ensuring no streaks remain.
  7. Divide the batter evenly into six bowls. Add a different food coloring to each bowl and mix gently.
  8. Spoon the colored batters into the chiffon pan in layers or spoonfuls for a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Immediately invert the pan and let the cake cool completely upside down to maintain volume.
  11. Once cooled, run a knife around the edges to release the cake from the pan.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant hues without thinning the batter.
  • Do not grease the pan to allow the cake to cling and rise properly.
  • Invert the cake while cooling to prevent collapse.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep it moist.

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Keywords: Rainbow Chiffon Cake, colorful cake, light sponge cake, layered cake, party dessert

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