If you are looking for a cake recipe that will blow anyone away at the first bite, we have a winner – Heaven On Earth Cake! Everyone is looking for a way to take their desserts to another level with great presentation as well as taste. This recipe will do both and the best part it is so easy. You can use the recipe above and your imagination to create an impressive dessert everyone will love.
Who doesn’t love a good cake? Especially when it’s homemade and tastes like heaven. Many people believe you can find the best cakes in bakeries, while others prefer the taste of homemade cakes. I love how you can make your top with anything you like, meaning you could add anything you want onto it and come up with a unique design
How to Prepare the Heaven On Earth Cake
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Ingredients:
- 1-2 store-bought angel food cakes (or homemade)
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 21 oz can cherry pie filling, divided
- 8 oz container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- Almond slivers (garnish, as needed (toasted, optional))
Directions:
- Cut the angel food cake into small, bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend the pudding mix with milk until smooth. Then, gently fold in the Greek yogurt until the mixture is uniform.
- Arrange half of the cake pieces in a single layer covering the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Over this layer, evenly spread two-thirds of the cherry pie filling.
- Add the remaining cake pieces on top of the cherry layer.
- Carefully pour the pudding mixture over the cake, ensuring it covers all the pieces. Smooth out this layer.
- Evenly spread the thawed whipped topping over the pudding layer using a spatula.
- Drizzle the remaining cherry pie filling over the whipped topping. Finish by sprinkling almond slivers across the top.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow it to set properly before serving
FAQs:
What type of angel food cake works best for this recipe?
Either store-bought or homemade angel food cake will work well for the Heaven on Earth Cake. Store-bought is convenient and provides a uniform texture and sweetness, which helps in layering and soaking up the pudding mixture effectively. If you prefer a more personalized touch or have dietary restrictions, a homemade angel food cake can be adjusted to your liking.
Can I use a different type of pudding or yogurt in the recipe?
The recipe calls for instant vanilla pudding and plain Greek yogurt to maintain a balance of sweetness and tartness while adding creaminess. You can substitute the vanilla pudding with another flavor such as lemon or strawberry to complement the cherry pie filling. Similarly, using a flavored or low-fat Greek yogurt can alter the flavor profile slightly, but it should still work well with the other ingredients.
How important is it to let the cake refrigerate overnight?
Refrigerating the cake for at least 3 hours or, ideally, overnight is crucial for allowing all the layers to meld together and for the cake to absorb the pudding mixture, which enhances its overall texture and flavor. This resting period helps the cake set properly, making it easier to cut and serve while maintaining its layered structure.
What are some suitable alternatives to cherry pie filling?
If cherry pie filling isn’t to your taste or you’re looking for variety, you can easily substitute it with other pie fillings such as blueberry, strawberry, or mixed berry. Each option provides a unique flavor contrast with the sweet pudding and neutral cake, allowing for customization based on personal preferences or seasonal availability.
Is there a nut-free alternative for garnishing this cake?
If you’re looking to avoid nuts due to allergies or personal preference, you can omit the almond slivers or replace them with a garnish like toasted coconut, chocolate shavings, or even a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers to add texture and visual appeal without the use of nuts.
Heaven On Earth Cake
Ingredients
- 1-2 store-bought angel food cakes or homemade
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 21 oz can cherry pie filling, divided
- 8 oz container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- Almond slivers garnish, as needed (toasted, optional)
Instructions
- Cube angel food cake(s) into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk, then fold in greek yogurt until smooth and combined.
- Spread 1/2 cake cubes into an even layer in a 9×13-inch baking dish, then top with 2/3 cherry pie filling.
- Top with remaining cake cubes, the pour pudding mixture over cake and spread gently into and even layer.
- Use a rubber or offset spatula to spread frozen whipped topping over pudding layer, then drizzle remaining cherry pie filling on top of the pudding and sprinkle with slivered almonds.
- Place baking dish in refrigerator and let set for 3+ hours, or overnight.
