Description
Sweet strawberry heaven on earth cake blends luscious layers of moist sponge, creamy filling, and fresh berries into a dreamy dessert. Rich flavors and delicate textures invite you to savor each heavenly bite of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 angel food cake (store-bought or homemade), cut into cubes
- 1 can (21 oz / 595 g) strawberry pie filling
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Dairy and Pudding Ingredients:
- 1 package (3.4 oz / 96 g) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) cold milk
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a luscious pudding base by whisking vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency, then gently incorporate whipped topping to create a velvety texture.
- Create the first foundation layer by evenly distributing cubed angel food cake across the bottom of a 9×13-inch serving dish.
- Craft a vibrant strawberry mixture by combining strawberry pie filling with freshly sliced strawberries and a splash of bright lemon juice to enhance the fruity profile.
- Carefully spread half of the prepared pudding mixture over the initial strawberry layer, ensuring an even distribution.
- Build the second tier by arranging the remaining angel food cake cubes atop the existing layers.
- Generously ladle the remaining strawberry mixture across the cake layer, allowing the fruit to cascade between the cake pieces.
- Complete the dessert by smoothing the final layer of pudding mixture across the top, creating a pristine surface.
- Garnish with additional fresh strawberry slices to add visual appeal and burst of natural sweetness.
- Refrigerate the assembled dessert for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Serve chilled, presenting a light, refreshing dessert that promises a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Whisk pudding mix thoroughly to prevent lumps and ensure a silky smooth texture that blends seamlessly with whipped topping.
- Use ripe, in-season strawberries for maximum flavor and natural sweetness, chopping them into uniform pieces for even distribution.
- Prepare the cake a day in advance to allow flavors to develop and ingredients to meld, creating a more intense and harmonious dessert experience.
- Swap angel food cake with gluten-free alternative and use sugar-free pudding mix and whipped topping for a lighter, more diet-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg