Heaven on Earth Cake (Printable version)

No-bake dessert layering angel food cake, vanilla pudding, and strawberry filling, perfect for summer.

# Ingredient list:

→ 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 (optional, for garnish)

→ 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 (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
09 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)

# 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 - In a medium bowl, whisk together cold milk and vanilla pudding mix 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, if desired.
08 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to set and allow flavors to meld.
09 - Slice and serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes with zero baking required
  • The combination of airy cake, tangy cream, and sweet strawberries hits every craving
  • Make it ahead and let the fridge do all the work
02 -
  • The longer this chills, the better the texture becomes because the cake softens and absorbs the strawberry juices
  • Use a glass dish if possible because seeing the layers is half the fun
  • Let the whipped topping thaw completely in the fridge before spreading to avoid tearing the cream layer
03 -
  • Cut your cake cubes slightly larger if making this a day ahead since they will soften as they sit
  • Fold a handful of mini chocolate chips into the cream layer for a chocolate-covered strawberry variation

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