Description
Strawberry Heaven Cake is a light and creamy no-bake dessert made with fluffy angel food cake, a rich cream cheese layer, and a sweet strawberry glaze with fresh berries. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
1 angel food cake, cut into pieces
16 oz Cool Whip, divided
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
For the glaze:
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 oz strawberry Jell-O
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup water
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, Jell-O, lemon juice, and water. Cook over medium heat until thickened, then cool slightly.
2.
3. Fold sliced strawberries into the cooled glaze and set aside.
4.
5. Tear angel food cake into pieces and mix with 2 cups Cool Whip. Press into a baking dish to form the base.
6.
7. Beat cream cheese with remaining sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in remaining Cool Whip.
8.
9. Spread cream mixture evenly over the cake base.
10.
11. Pour strawberry mixture over the top layer evenly.
12.
13. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until set.
14.
15. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture.
Allow glaze to cool before mixing with berries.
Chill completely before serving for clean slices.
Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American