Description
Heaven On Earth Cake is a light, creamy, and fruity dessert that’s incredibly easy to make. Layers of angel food cake, cherry pie filling, and vanilla pudding come together to create a sweet treat that tastes just like heaven! It’s perfect for potlucks, holidays, or anytime you want a no-fuss dessert that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
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1 (14 oz) prepared angel food cake, cut into cubes
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1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
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1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 1/2 cups cold milk
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1 cup sour cream
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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1 tablespoon sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)
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Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix, cold milk, and sour cream until smooth and thickened. Set aside.
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In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the cubed angel food cake.
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Spoon half of the cherry pie filling over the cake cubes.
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Layer the remaining angel food cake cubes on top.
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Pour the vanilla pudding mixture evenly over the top and spread it out.
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Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
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Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling on top. Swirl gently with a knife if you’d like a marbled look.
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Sprinkle with sliced almonds and garnish with maraschino cherries if desired.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
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You can use homemade angel food cake or store-bought for convenience.
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Try it with blueberry or strawberry pie filling for a fun twist!
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This dessert is best served chilled and tastes even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/12 of the dish)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg