Description
Need a dreamy, no-bake dessert for your next gathering or a refreshing sweet treat after dinner? Heaven On Earth Cake is your answer. This quick dessert layers angel food cake, pudding, cherry pie filling, and whipped topping into a chilled and creamy delight. Perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or simply when you crave something light, sweet, and satisfying. A great pick for anyone looking for easy dessert ideas, quick party food, or make-ahead treats!
Ingredients
1 prepared angel food cake, cubed
1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup sour cream
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Instructions
1. Cut the angel food cake into bite-sized cubes using a serrated knife.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk until smooth.
3. Stir in the sour cream and mix until fully combined.
4. In a 9×13-inch glass baking dish, layer half of the cake cubes evenly.
5. Spoon half of the cherry pie filling over the cake cubes.
6. Pour the pudding mixture over the cherry layer and gently spread.
7. Add the remaining cake cubes over the pudding layer.
8. Top with whipped topping, spreading it evenly.
9. Drizzle remaining cherry pie filling over the top.
10. Sprinkle toasted almond slices evenly.
11. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
For a tangier bite, replace half the cherry pie filling with raspberry or strawberry.
Make sure the cake is fully cooled before cutting and layering, especially if homemade.
Toast the almonds fresh right before garnishing for extra aroma and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg