Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
Avoid this recipe if you are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is NOT safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"All the world is birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much." -George Harrison, Beatle
The angel food cake is a great substitute for making your own shortcake and has fewer calories and less fat. The best part is that you don't have to spend time cooking the shortcake. While the angel food cake keeps pretty well in the freezer, the result is less fluffy (but it is a little more like the texture of shortbread).
All of this, including the sauces, can be made the day before for a dinner party and is so simple but elegant and a great dessert at under 200 calories. The Chocolate Strawberry Sauce adds a new twist to this comfort food recipe and it's well worth the added 25 calories (you'll want to lick the plate).
Servings: 4 | Serving size: 1 slice cake with 4 ounces strawberries and 1/4 cup sauce
Cooking Time: 90 Minutes
This recipe can easily be multiplied. The Angel Food cake will freeze fairly well although it's not quite as fluffy. The strawberries are good the next day. This recipe requires either Strawberry Sauce or Strawberry Chocolate Sauce to be made first.
Combine the sliced strawberries with the granulated sugar. Toss well to coat the berries and place in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
Slice the whole angel food cake into 4 quarters. Cut a half of each quarter for every serving you will need. Place the remaining cake in ziplock bags and put in the freezer.
When ready to serve, place 1/4 cup of sauce on a plate and top with the sliced angel food cake. Top with 1/4 of the strawberry mixture and then 3 tablespoons of whipped cream. Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice cake with 4 ounces strawberries and 1/4 cup sauce
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 | Calories from Fat 23 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 3g | 4% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 7% |
Monounsaturated Fat 1g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 7mg | 2% |
Sodium 327mg | 14% |
Total Carbohydrates 37g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 77% |
Sugars 9g | |
Protein 4g |
Vitamin A 2% | Vitamin C 110% |
Calcium 9% | Iron 4% |
Vitamin K 3 mcg | Potassium 224 mg |
Magnesium 21 mg |