Heaven on Earth Cake (Printer-friendly)
Light angel food cake layered with creamy vanilla pudding and sweet strawberries, chilled for a refreshing treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake Layer
01 - 1 (16 oz) prepared angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Strawberry Layer
02 - 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
03 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
→ Cream Layer
04 - 2 cups cold milk
05 - 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Topping
08 - 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
09 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
# Directions:
01 - Arrange half of the angel food cake cubes in an even layer in a large trifle dish or 9x13-inch glass baking dish.
02 - Spoon half of the strawberry pie filling evenly over the cake cubes.
03 - Layer the remaining cake cubes on top of the strawberries, followed by the remaining strawberry pie filling.
04 - Whisk together cold milk and vanilla pudding mix in a medium bowl until thickened, about 2 minutes. Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
05 - Spread the pudding-sour cream mixture evenly over the cake and strawberry layers.
06 - Top with whipped topping, spreading it gently to cover the entire surface.
07 - Sprinkle sliced almonds and fresh strawberries on top for decoration.
08 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to set and allow flavors to meld.
09 - Slice and serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under 20 minutes with zero baking required
- The texture gets better overnight, making it the ultimate make-ahead dessert for stress-free entertaining
02 -
- The texture improves significantly after sitting overnight, so do not be afraid to make this a day ahead
- Clear glass dishes show off those gorgeous layers, making the presentation almost as good as the taste
03 -
- Cut your angel food cake cubes slightly larger than you think you need because they shrink as they absorb moisture
- Spray your spatula with a little cooking spray to help the whipped topping glide across without sticking