ANGEL CAKE FROSTING RECIPES

Steps:

• Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift together confectioners' sugar, flour and cocoa three times; set aside. , Add cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. , In a large bowl, combine the first five frosting ingredients; cover and chill for 1 hour. Beat until stiff peaks form. , Spread over the top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator. Garnish with chocolate leaves if desired.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cupcake pans with double-lined cupcake liners.
• Beat cake mix and water in a large bowl with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed for an additional 1 minute. Do not overmix.
• Spoon batter into liners about 2/3 full, then bake 12 to 15 minutes or until tops are golden. Do not overbake. Remove from oven then carefully remove cupcakes from pan. Cool cupcakes on wire rack for 15 minutes.
• In a cold metal bowl, whip heavy cream using handheld mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add vanilla frosting and mix on low speed until combined, about 10 seconds. Spoon or pipe frosting mixture on top of angel food cake cupcakes, then top with strawberries. Serve and enjoy!