Heaven on Earth Cake

Light, luscious, and layered with cherry and cream—this dessert truly lives up to its divine name.

If you’re looking for a no-bake dessert that’s as stunning as it is simple, this Heaven on Earth Cake is your new go-to. Made with fluffy angel food cake, creamy vanilla pudding, tangy cherry pie filling, and a generous topping of Cool Whip, every bite is a sweet, cloud-like indulgence. It’s the kind of dessert that disappears fast at potlucks and leaves everyone asking for the recipe.

Whether you use a trifle dish for a show-stopping presentation or keep it classic in a 9×9 pan, this layered treat is perfect for holidays, summer gatherings, or weeknight cravings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No baking required: Use a pre-made angel food cake for the ultimate convenience.
• Simple ingredients, heavenly flavor: Just a handful of store-bought items create a creamy, dreamy dessert.
• Perfect make-ahead option: Best chilled overnight, which makes it ideal for entertaining.
• Great texture combo: Soft cake, smooth pudding, fluffy topping, and bright cherry filling in every bite.
• Customizable: Swap pie fillings, add nuts, or drizzle with chocolate for your own twist.

Ingredients

• 1 angel food cake (pre-made or homemade), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 can cherry pie filling (18 oz or 540 ml)
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.6 oz or 102 g)
• 1½ cups 2% milk
• 1 cup sour cream
• 8 oz Cool Whip
• Sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cut the Cake: Slice cooled angel food cake into 1-inch cubes.
2. Layer the Base: Place half of the cake cubes evenly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch cake pan.
3. Add Cherry Filling: Spread ⅔ of the cherry pie filling over the cake layer.
4. Add More Cake: Top with the remaining cake cubes.
5. Make the Pudding Layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix, milk, and sour cream for about 2 minutes until smooth. Spread over the cake.
6. Top with Whip: Spread Cool Whip evenly over the pudding.
7. Finish with Cherry: Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling over the top.
8. Chill: Refrigerate for 4–5 hours, preferably overnight.
9. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle with sliced almonds if using.

Tips / Storage / FAQs

Tips:

• Use a serrated knife for cutting angel food cake to maintain its airy texture.
• Chill overnight for maximum flavor and best texture.
• For elegant presentation, layer in a trifle bowl.

Storage:

• Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Not freezer-friendly due to the creamy components.

FAQs:

• Can I use a different pie filling? Yes! Try blueberry, raspberry, or strawberry.
• Can I use homemade whipped cream? Absolutely. Substitute Cool Whip with about 3 cups of whipped cream if preferred.
• What if I don’t have sour cream? Plain Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.

Final Thoughts

Heaven on Earth Cake is one of those recipes that’s as easy as it is impressive. With just 15 minutes of hands-on time and an overnight chill, you’ll have a dreamy dessert that’s ready to wow guests or satisfy your sweet tooth anytime.

The Goods

Heaven on Earth Cake

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Heaven on Earth Cake combines angel food cake, vanilla pudding, cherry pie filling, and Cool Whip for a no-bake dessert that’s light, creamy, and irresistible.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Recipes

• 1 angel food cake pre-made or homemade, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 can cherry pie filling 18 oz or 540 ml
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix 3.6 oz or 102 g
• 1½ cups 2% milk
• 1 cup sour cream
• 8 oz Cool Whip
• Sliced almonds optional, for garnish

Instructions

Cut the Cake:

• Slice cooled angel food cake into 1-inch cubes.

Layer the Base:

• Place half of the cake cubes evenly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch cake pan.

Add Cherry Filling:

• Spread ⅔ of the cherry pie filling over the cake layer.

Add More Cake:

• Top with the remaining cake cubes.

Make the Pudding Layer:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix, milk, and sour cream for about 2 minutes until smooth. Spread over the cake.

Top with Whip:

• Spread Cool Whip evenly over the pudding.

Finish with Cherry:

• Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling over the top.

Chill:

• Refrigerate for 4–5 hours, preferably overnight.

Garnish and Serve:

• Before serving, sprinkle with sliced almonds if using.

Notes

Use a serrated knife for cutting angel food cake to maintain its airy texture.

Chill overnight for maximum flavor and best texture.

For elegant presentation, layer in a trifle bowl.