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Sour Cream Angel Cakes

February 21, 2013 by Melissa 18 Comments

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These Sour Cream Angel Cakes were the result of an “aha” moment that turned into a cake mix hack out of necessity. They’ve became a fast favorite and are delightful served filled with whipped cream, ice cream or lemon curd and fresh berries.

Sour Cream Angel Cakes with lemon curd, whipped cream and berries on a platter

What are Sour Cream Angel Cakes?

In short, they’re a doctored angel food cupcake. I found myself needing to whip up a last minute batch of cupcakes and in the middle of preparation realized I had no eggs! I had broken one of my cardinal rules, of gathering all of the necessary ingredients before beginning a baking project and was well on my way, when I came to the realization. There were no eggs for the cupcake batter. Walking into my pantry to see what I could find to salvage my efforts, I noticed a box of angel food cake mix. That’s when a light bulb came on and this cake mix hack was born. I knew that egg whites were in the cake mix so, I crossed my fingers and hoped that it would be enough to work it’s magic in the now experimental batter.

Sour Cream Angel Cakes on a cooling rack

Sometimes a Cake Mix Hack Saves the Day

It worked like a charm, and the rest is history. They were the hit of the party. The texture is more dense than a classic angel food cake, but, lighter than a traditional white cake.

  • After cooling them completely, use a knife to hollow out a small opening in the center and fill half of the angel cakes with fresh sweetened whipped cream and half with lemon curd.
  • You can then garnish each with fresh berries and a sprig of mint. They turn out pretty and delicious!
  • These little angel cakes can also form the base for strawberry shortcake or frosted like a cupcake with your favorite buttercream frosting.
  • These cakes can be served with ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate, too.
  • You may also like my Parade article featuring 24 Can’t Miss Cake Mix Hacks to enjoy.

Cupcakes filled with whipped cream and berries on a plate

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Sour Cream Angel Cakes
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Sour Cream Angel Cakes

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Cooling time1 hr
Total Time1 hr 35 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: angel-food-cake, cake-mix-hack, sour-cream-angel-cakes, sour-cream-cupcakes
Servings: 24 cupcakes
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz box angel food cake mix
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 oz sour cream
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 3 tsp clear vanilla
  • Fillings: sweetened fresh whipped cream lime or lemon curd, assorted berries, ice cream, custard, pudding

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Sift together the dry ingredients.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients.
  • Using a hand mixer gradually beat the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  • After all of the wet ingredients are added, continue mixing for around 2 minutes or until fully combined. The batter will taste sweet at this point but, it will mellow as the cupcakes bake.
  • Line 24-26 muffin tins with cupcake liners. Fill each about 2/3 full. Depending on how you separate the batter, you may be able to yield more than 24 cupcakes.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes back clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Use a sharp knife to remove a small opening from the centers, and fill with fresh whipped cream, lime or lemon curd.
  • Garnish with fresh berries and a sprig of mint. Alternatively, serve glazed with a lemon or orange glaze.
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Comments

  1. Christine Hauret says

    February 5, 2019 at 7:44 am

    Do u have to use a cake mix or cake flour, I bake a lot from scratch do u have a recipe for scratch angel food cupcakes? . Thankyou!

    Reply
  2. Patricia says

    May 19, 2018 at 10:59 am

    What kind of oil did you use? I saw response to why they came out rubbery they were over mixed, how long should you mix?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      May 19, 2018 at 6:20 pm

      Any vegetable or canola oil will work. Just until moistened.

      Reply
  3. Lynn says

    March 23, 2018 at 6:41 pm

    My family loved this recipe. I filled them with lemon flavored instant pudding. I also tried making some mini cupcakes. They came out great. I think they would be perfect for a party.
    I will definitely make this recipe again.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      March 24, 2018 at 8:16 am

      Wonderful Lynn, these are a hit no matter when I serve them! I truly appreciate your sweet note.

      Reply
  4. Donna says

    May 21, 2017 at 5:11 pm

    I would like to make a cake with this recipe. Earlier you suggested to adjust the cooking time. I am new to all this so can you tell me what temp and how long for a reg. oven and tube pan?
    Thanks! Donna

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:29 am

      I make this recipe just as written. Use the same oven temperature and definitely plan on baking it longer than it would take in cupcake form. It would be difficult to give you the exact baking time but, check it every 30 minutes.

      Reply
  5. Ruth says

    September 12, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Loved the recipe. Mine didn’t come out looking as brown and crackly as your’s did, but they were fully baked after 18 minutes, so I was afraid to leave them in any longer. I have a convection oven, so I reduced the heat by 25 degrees…I’m thinking that may be the reason. Anyway, they looked more like cupcakes and I filled the center with lemon curd. It was just the right amount of sweet and tart. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      September 13, 2015 at 8:08 am

      Hi Ruth glad you love these, too! Convection ovens do bake quite differently than a conventional oven that’s likely the difference. Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed this beauties.

      Reply
  6. penny says

    June 1, 2015 at 11:46 pm

    Do you think it would work well as a Sour Cream Angel Food cake rather than cupcakes? Our local grocery sells one that is great but I have been looking for a recipe to make one at home.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      June 2, 2015 at 8:26 am

      Sure does, bake it in a tube pan and you’ll be good to go. It will take longer bake, so adjust the baking time.

      Reply
      • penny says

        June 18, 2015 at 5:32 pm

        Thanks!

  7. Melissa says

    January 16, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    Hi Christy, that is music to my ears, I’m so happy you love these, my kids do too. Thanks!

    Reply
  8. Christy Bergeron says

    January 16, 2015 at 4:46 am

    My family has enjoyed these muffins all week long. Such a yummy treat, but not as decadent as a cupcake. Thanks! Christy

    Reply
    • Mavis says

      March 18, 2018 at 11:40 am

      My family did not like these at all. They came out rubbery? I followed directions, but they just dropped in the oven. Why add oil to an angel food cake? That’s why they are fat free and should be healthier.

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        March 18, 2018 at 1:04 pm

        If these came out rubbery they were over-baked and likely over beaten.

  9. Melissa says

    September 28, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    I now, Dan, right? We all have these moments. ☺

    Reply
  10. Dan from Platter Talk says

    September 28, 2013 at 9:21 am

    I love stories like this. If only we all took the time to regroup during those moment when we realize we are “out of ____.” Great story with a beautiful and delicious outcome! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply

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