Heralded as “the first new cake in 100 years” when it was introduced, the chiffon cake -- one of the darlings of midcentury cuisine -- became famous for its wonderfully light and airy texture, ...

Adjust oven rack to lower-middle and heat oven to 325°. Whisk sugar, flour, baking powder and salt together in a large bowl. Whisk in two whole eggs, five egg yolks (reserve whites), water, oil and ...