Description
Strawberry Angel Food Dessert is a light and refreshing no-bake treat featuring layers of airy angel food cake cubes, creamy vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and fresh strawberries. This easy-to-assemble dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you want a sweet, fruity indulgence without the fuss of baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 prepared angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1½ cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry jam (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Layer Cake Cubes: In a 9×13-inch dish or trifle bowl, layer half of the cubed angel food cake evenly.
- Add Pudding Layer: Spread half of the pudding mixture over the cake cubes, ensuring an even layer.
- Layer Strawberries: Add half of the sliced fresh strawberries over the pudding layer.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat with the remaining cake cubes, pudding mixture, and strawberries to build a second layer.
- Add Strawberry Jam (Optional): Drizzle strawberry jam over the top layer of strawberries for added flavor and shine, if using.
- Chill: Cover the dessert and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to chill completely.
Notes
- You can prepare this dessert up to a day in advance to save time.
- For a lighter version, use sugar-free pudding mix and light whipped topping.
- Garnish with extra strawberries or fresh mint leaves before serving for a fresh and attractive finish.
