Description
Heaven On Earth Cake is a light and luscious no-bake dessert layered with fluffy angel food cake, sweet cherry pie filling, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped topping. It’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for potlucks, summer gatherings, or any time you need a quick and irresistible treat with minimal effort!
Ingredients
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1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 ½ cups milk (whole or 2%)
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1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
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1 pre-made angel food cake (14 oz), cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
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1 tub (8 ounces) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
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2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds
Instructions
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Prepare Pudding Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until smooth and thickened. Gently fold in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) until well combined.
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Layer the Cake: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, arrange half of the angel food cake cubes evenly along the bottom.
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Add Pie Filling: Spoon about 2/3 of the cherry pie filling over the cake layer.
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Add Remaining Cake: Layer the rest of the cake cubes over the cherry filling.
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Spread Pudding Mixture: Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the cake cubes, spreading with a spatula.
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Top with Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer.
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Finish with Cherries & Almonds: Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling over the top and sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds.
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Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld and cake to set.
Notes
You can use other pie fillings like blueberry, strawberry, or peach for variety.
For a lighter version, use sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping.
Toast almonds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered, No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Heaven on Earth Cake, no bake dessert, cherry trifle, angel food cake dessert, quick summer dessert, pudding cake