*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                             Apple Cloud Cake

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Serving Size  : 9    Preparation Time :0:50
Categories    : Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        oil & flour -- for the pan
   8                    egg whites
   3      c             grated peeled apple -- about 2 large apples
   2      tbsps         lemon juice
     1/2  c             sugar
   1 1/2  tsps          cinnamon
     1/2  tsp           vanilla extract
   1 1/2  c             sifted flour
     1/2  tsp           salt
     1/2  c             finely chopped nuts -- optional
   1      c             minced cranberries -- optional
                        powdered sugar -- for topping



1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Generously oil a 9-inch square pan & dust
with flour.

2) Place the egg whites in a large bowl, and beat with an electric mixer at
high speed until they form sturdy peaks.

3) In another large bowl, combine apples with all remaining ingredients
(including optional nuts & cranberries) & mix well.

4) Use a rubber spatula to fold the beaten egg white into the apple mixture
until fairly well combined.  Transfer to the prepared pan, and bake about 30
minutes - until a probe comes out clean.  Cool before slicing.  Serve plain
or dusted with powdered sugar.



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NOTES : As its name suggests, this cake is very light & fluffy, thanks to
the presence of 8 beaten egg whites (& the absence of egg yolks, butter, oil
or dairy products).  A few tips:
-Separate the eggs when cold, then let the whites come to room temperature
before beating them.
-You can grate the apples in a food processor with the grating attachment.
-Be generous when you oil & flour the pan.  This cake has a tendency to
stick.