Lime Angel Food Cake with Lime Glaze and Pistachios
"Finely grated lime peel, a tangy lime glaze, and crunchy pistachios brighten up this old-school favorite...."
INGREDIENTS
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Cake:
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1 cup cake flour
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1 1/2 cups superfine sugar, divided
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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10 large egg whites, room temperature
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2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon cream of tartar
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Lime syrup and lime glaze:
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1/2 cup sugar
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4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
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1/2 cup unsalted raw pistachios (about 2 ounces), finely chopped in processor
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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Special equipment: 10-inch-diameter angel food cake pan with 4-inch-high sides and removable bottom (do not use nonstick pan)
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