Description

Strawberry Heaven On Earth Cake is a delightful no-bake layered dessert featuring light angel food cake cubes combined with creamy vanilla pudding, tangy sour cream, sweet strawberry pie filling, and fluffy Cool Whip, topped with crunchy almond slivers. This easy-to-make chilled cake offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for summer gatherings or a refreshing treat any time.

Ingredients

Scale

Base and Layers

14 ounce angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (store-bought or homemade)
21 ounce strawberry pie filling

Vanilla Pudding Mixture

3.4 ounce instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ½ cups whole milk
1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Topping

8 ounce Cool Whip
3 tablespoons almond slivers

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Instructions

Prepare Vanilla Pudding Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, whole milk, and sour cream until smooth and fully incorporated. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly. Set aside to allow it to firm up.
Layer Cake Base: Cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes, then evenly layer half of these cubes into the bottom of a baking pan, creating the base layer.
Add Strawberry Layer: Spread approximately two-thirds of the strawberry pie filling evenly over the cake cubes in the pan.
Create Second Cake Layer: Layer the remaining angel food cake cubes evenly over the strawberry filling layer.
Top with Pudding Mixture and Cool Whip: Spread all of the vanilla pudding mixture uniformly over the second layer of cake cubes, followed by an even layer of Cool Whip on top.
Decorate with Remaining Strawberries: Using a spoon, dollop the remaining strawberry pie filling on top of the Cool Whip. Gently spread or swirl it around for an appealing marbled effect if desired.
Chill the Cake: Place the assembled cake uncovered in the refrigerator and chill for 4 to 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set firmly.
Finish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the almond slivers on top of the cake for added crunch and nutty flavor. Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing Strawberry Heaven On Earth Cake!

Notes

For a slightly healthier twist, Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream with similar results.
Make sure to chill the dessert thoroughly; overnight refrigeration enhances flavor and texture.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for best quality.
Almond slivers add texture and a nutty flavor, but can be omitted or substituted with chopped nuts if preferred.
This is a no-bake recipe, perfect for hot days or when oven use is inconvenient.