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Sweet Things · Japanese
Classic Vanilla Chiffon Cake
Whipped egg whites and a little oil give this tall tube cake a cloud-like, springy crumb that stays moist without butter. Its gentle vanilla flavor pairs with tea, fresh fruit or a spoonful of lightly whipped cream.
Test kitchen note: Never grease the tube pan; the batter needs to cling to the sides as it climbs, and cooling upside down keeps it from collapsing.
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