Description
A delightful layered dessert featuring angel food cake, cherry pie filling, and vanilla pudding.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cake Angel Food Cake (Can substitute with other cakes or ladyfingers)
- 1 can Cherry Pie Filling (Can substitute with fresh strawberries or peaches)
- 1 box Vanilla Pudding Mix (Can replace with chocolate pudding mix)
- 2 cups Milk (Any type of milk, dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (Can be substituted with Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon Almond Extract (Can be replaced with vanilla extract or omitted)
- 1 container Cool Whip (Whipped Topping) (Freshly whipped cream can be substituted)
- 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds (Optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Start by cutting your angel food cake into bite-sized cubes to create the perfect base for layering.
- Mix Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix, milk, sour cream, and almond extract until smooth and creamy.
- Layering: In a 13×9 baking dish, layer half of the cake cubes at the bottom and spoon three-quarters of the cherry pie filling over it. Add the remaining cake cubes and pour the pudding mixture on top.
- Topping: Spread the Cool Whip evenly across the top and sprinkle the remaining cherry pie filling for garnish.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
Notes
- This dessert can be prepared in advance for a stress-free gathering.
- Alternative fruits can be used based on seasonality and preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece