Description
This Heaven on Earth Cake is an easy no-bake dessert made with fluffy angel food cake, creamy vanilla pudding, sweet cherry pie filling, and whipped topping. Light, refreshing, and layered with flavor, it’s the perfect make-ahead treat for potlucks, parties, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 prepared angel food cake, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix, milk, and sour cream until smooth and slightly thickened.
- In a 9×13-inch dish, layer half of the cubed angel food cake.
- Spoon half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cake layer.
- Add the remaining cake cubes on top.
- Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cake.
- Top with whipped topping and spread evenly.
- Drizzle remaining cherry pie filling over the top.
- Sprinkle with sliced almonds, if using.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set and chilled through.
Notes
- Swap cherry pie filling for blueberry, strawberry, or lemon for flavor variety.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter twist.
- Pound cake or sponge cake can be used instead of angel food cake for a denser texture.
- Add crushed pineapple between layers for extra sweetness and texture.
- Homemade whipped cream works as a substitute for store-bought topping.
