Heaven on Earth Cake
A light and airy angel food cake layered with cream cheese filling and fresh strawberries, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 box angel food cake mix Can often be found on special.
- 1 cup water Required liquid for cake mix preparation.
For the Filling
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened Use name brand for a silkier texture.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed Frozen whipped topping can be used as well.
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced Use ripe but firm strawberries.
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree (optional) Adds a fruit-forward finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the angel food cake mix according to package instructions, using water as the required liquid. Bake and cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
- Cut the cooled angel food cake into layers.
- Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the first layer of cake, then add a layer of sliced strawberries, and top with more cream cheese mixture.
- Repeat with remaining layers and top the final layer with any remaining cream cheese mixture, strawberries, or strawberry puree.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Make the cake a day ahead for cleaner slices and less stress. Keep leftovers tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.