Description
This Heaven on Earth Cake is a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With a light and fluffy angel food cake base, a creamy pudding layer, tangy cream cheese filling, and topped with sweet cherry pie filling, this dessert is guaranteed to impress. Whether you’re preparing for a family gathering or just want something delicious for dessert, this recipe will become a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Angel Food Cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 box Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
- 1 1/2 cups Milk (whole milk recommended for creaminess)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 can Cherry Pie Filling
- 8 oz Whipped Topping
- Almond Slices (Optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Angel Food Cake: If making from scratch, follow the instructions carefully. If using a pre-made cake, ensure it’s fully cooled. Cut the cooled cake into 1-inch cubes.
- Prepare the Pudding Layer: Whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk in a bowl until thickened. Fold in sour cream until smooth. Set aside.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Layer the Cake: In a large serving dish or trifle bowl, start layering:
- First, layer half of the angel food cake cubes.
- Then, spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the cake.
- Next, add half of the pudding mixture.
- Finally, spoon half of the cherry pie filling over the pudding.
- Repeat the Layers: Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with the cherry pie filling on top.
- Chill and Set: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set.
- Top with Whipped Topping: Just before serving, spread whipped topping over the top and garnish with almond slices if desired.
- Serve & Enjoy: Slice and serve this delicious dessert!
Notes
- Make sure your cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps when mixing.
- For a more decorative touch, you can sprinkle toasted almond slices on top for an added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 2+ hours chilling time)
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg