Strawberry Heaven
Strawberry Heaven is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the lightness of angel food cake with the sweet, vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries. This no-bake treat is incredibly easy to prepare and makes for a stunning centerpiece at any gathering—be it a family picnic, a birthday party, or a cozy evening in. The luscious cream layer complements the juicy strawberries beautifully, ensuring every bite is a heavenly experience. Plus, it’s ideal for make-ahead preparation, allowing you to enjoy more time with your loved ones while serving up smiles all around!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 angel food cake
- 1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 (3 ounce) package strawberry Jell-O
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine ½ cup sugar, cornstarch, Jell-O, lemon juice, and water. Cook over medium heat while stirring until boiling and thickened.
- Gently fold sliced strawberries into the cooled glaze.
- Tear the angel food cake into 1-inch pieces and mix with 2 cups of Cool Whip; press into your baking dish.
- Beat cream cheese with remaining sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in leftover Cool Whip and spread over the cake layer.
- Pour the strawberry mixture evenly on top.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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