You’re in for a dreamy dessert! ☁️
Heaven on Earth Cake is a cool, creamy, no-bake layered trifle-style cake made with angel food cake, cherry pie filling, vanilla pudding, and whipped topping — light, sweet, and perfect for parties or potlucks.
🍒 Heaven on Earth Cake
Serves: 12–16 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Chill Time: 4+ hours (or overnight)
No baking required if using store-bought cake
🛒 Ingredients:
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1 (14 oz) angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
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1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 ½ cups cold milk
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1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
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1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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Optional garnish: slivered almonds, extra cherry filling, or white chocolate curls
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Layer the Cake
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Spread half of the angel food cake cubes into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
2. Add the Cherry Layer
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Spoon about ⅔ of the cherry pie filling over the cake cubes.
3. Add Remaining Cake
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Layer the rest of the cake cubes on top of the cherries.
4. Make the Creamy Pudding Layer
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In a bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
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Stir in sour cream until smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble the Topping
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Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cake and cherry layers.
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Then, spread the whipped topping over everything.
6. Top It Off
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Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling in small dollops across the top.
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Swirl gently with a spoon or knife, if desired.
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Sprinkle with slivered almonds or other toppings, if using.
7. Chill
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let the layers set.
🍽️ Tips:
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Use homemade angel food cake if you want a from-scratch version.
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Try different fruit fillings: blueberry, strawberry, or mixed berry.
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Swap vanilla pudding with cheesecake pudding for extra richness.
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Make it in a trifle bowl for a beautiful presentation.
Want a smaller batch version or a fruity variation?
