Description
Heaven On Earth Cake is a delightful no-bake layered dessert featuring airy angel food cake cubes, creamy vanilla pudding mixed with sour cream, sweet cherry pie filling, and a light whipped topping. This easy-to-assemble American classic combines textures and flavors for a refreshing treat perfect for summer gatherings or make-ahead occasions.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 angel food cake (store-bought or homemade, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare pudding mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until it begins to thicken, about 2 minutes. Stir in the sour cream until smooth and well combined, then set aside.
- Layer angel food cake and cherry filling: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the cubed angel food cake evenly across the bottom. Spoon half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cake cubes.
- Add second cake layer: Repeat by layering the remaining angel food cake cubes on top of the cherry filling.
- Spread pudding mixture: Evenly spread the prepared pudding mixture over the second layer of cake cubes.
- Top with whipped topping: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
- Finish with cherry pie dollops and almonds: Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling in small dollops across the top of the whipped topping. Sprinkle with sliced almonds if using.
- Chill the dessert: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the pudding to set.
- Serve chilled: Cut into squares and serve cold for best texture and taste.
Notes
- You can substitute other pie fillings such as blueberry or strawberry for a flavor variation.
- For a homemade touch, bake and cool your own angel food cake before cubing.
- This dessert can be prepared a day in advance to save time and deepen the flavor.
