Cherries in the Snow (Angel Food Cake Delight) Recipe
Cherries in the Snow is a delightful no-bake dessert that combines airy angel food cake with a luscious vanilla cream layer and a topping of sweet cherry pie filling. This visually stunning treat is as light as freshly fallen snow and bursting with the vibrant flavors of cherries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Dessert:
- 1 pre-made angel food cake, cut into cubes
For the Cream Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
For the Topping:
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until light and fluffy.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently until fully combined.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, place half of the angel food cake cubes in an even layer.
- Spread half of the cream mixture over the cake cubes.
- Repeat with the remaining cake cubes and cream mixture.
- Spoon cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
- Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture.
- Serve cold and enjoy the cloud-like layers with sweet cherries in every bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
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