Heaven on Earth Cake: A Dreamy No-Bake Delight Recipe
Heaven on Earth Cake is a luscious no-bake dessert featuring layers of airy angel food cake, fresh mixed berries, creamy vanilla pudding blended with sour cream, and a light whipped topping. This dreamy, easy-to-assemble trifle is perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion where a refreshing, fruity treat is desired. The dessert is finished with a drizzle of caramel or berry sauce and garnished with extra berries and whipped cream swirls for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 prepared angel food cake (store-bought or homemade), cut into cubes
Fruit
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 can (21 oz) pie filling or fruit topping (optional: strawberry or cherry)
Pudding Mixture
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup sour cream
Topping & Garnish
- 2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- Caramel or berry sauce for drizzle
- Extra berries and whipped cream swirls for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture: In a bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Then stir in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy, setting the base for your trifle layers.
- Assemble the layers: In a trifle dish or a large glass bowl, place half of the cubed angel food cake at the bottom. Spread half of the mixed berries over the cake, then pour half of the pudding mixture evenly on top. Repeat these layers once more with the remaining cake cubes, berries, and pudding mixture, building the vibrant, textured dessert.
- Add whipped topping and drizzle sauce: Spread the whipped topping over the final pudding layer, smoothing it out. Drizzle caramel or your choice of berry sauce generously on top to add flavor and visual appeal.
- Garnish and chill: Decorate the top of the trifle with extra fresh berries and additional whipped cream swirls as desired. Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the trifle to chill perfectly before serving.
Notes
- This dessert is best served chilled and can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavor melding.
- Use fresh, ripe berries for the best taste and texture.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier and healthier option.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use non-dairy pudding mix, whipped topping, and milk substitutes.
- If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce or omit the pie filling topping.
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