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Heaven on Earth Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Heaven on Earth Cake is a delightful no-bake layered dessert that combines fluffy angel food cake, sweet cherry pie filling, creamy vanilla pudding mixed with sour cream, and a light whipped topping. Easy to assemble and perfect for gatherings, this dessert requires no complicated baking and delivers luscious layers of flavor that meld beautifully when chilled.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake

  • 1 angel food cake, cut into small cubes

Fruit Filling

  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Creamy Pudding Layer

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup sour cream

Topping

  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed

Optional Garnishes

  • Sliced almonds
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Additional cherries

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Cut the angel food cake into small, bite-sized cubes to ensure the cake absorbs the creamy layers evenly.
  2. Create the First Layer: Place half of the cake cubes evenly in the bottom of a large baking dish forming a soft base layer.
  3. Add the Fruit Filling: Spoon and spread the cherry pie filling uniformly over the cake cubes layer ensuring each portion will have cherries.
  4. Add the Second Cake Layer: Layer the remaining angel food cake cubes over the cherry filling creating the second cake layer.
  5. Prepare the Creamy Pudding Layer: In a mixing bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until it thickens slightly. Add the sour cream and mix until smooth and creamy.
  6. Spread the Pudding Mixture: Pour the creamy pudding layer evenly over the cake layers and use a spatula to smooth it out.
  7. Add the Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping evenly across the entire dessert to form a light, fluffy finishing layer.
  8. Chill the Dessert: Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the layers to meld and set properly.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, decorate the top with optional sliced almonds, chocolate shavings, or extra cherries for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Chilling the dessert overnight enhances the texture and flavor significantly.
  • Use a clear glass dish to showcase the beautiful layers of the dessert.
  • Smaller cake cubes absorb the creamy layers better.
  • Choose high-quality cherry pie filling for a better taste experience.
  • Avoid freezing as it can ruin the creamy texture of the dessert.
  • Store the cake covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Heaven on Earth Cake, no-bake dessert, angel food cake dessert, cherry pudding dessert, layered dessert, easy dessert, party dessert

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