Strawberry Heaven
Indulge in the delightful experience of Strawberry Heaven, a light and refreshing dessert that combines fluffy angel food cake with luscious layers of fresh strawberries and creamy goodness. Perfect for any occasion—from summer barbecues to cozy evenings—this dessert is incredibly easy to prepare, making it a favorite among families in both the US and UK. With its vibrant flavors and satisfying textures, Strawberry Heaven is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your gathering without being stuck in the kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- 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-flavored gelatin (vegetarian option available)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a saucepan, mix together ½ cup sugar, cornstarch, gelatin, lemon juice, and water. Heat over medium until boiling and thickened; allow to cool.
- Gently fold sliced strawberries into the cooled mixture.
- Tear angel food cake into pieces and combine with 2 cups Cool Whip; press into a baking dish.
- Beat cream cheese with remaining sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in leftover Cool Whip and spread over the cake base.
- Pour strawberry mixture over cream layer.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Find it online: https://simplyhomecooking.com/strawberry-heaven/