Heaven on Earth Cake

Ingredients for Heaven on Earth Cake

For the Cake Layers

• 1 angel food cake (store-bought or homemade, cubed)
• 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed pineapple (drained)

For the Cream Layer

• 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 ½ cups cold milk
• 1 cup sour cream

For Topping

• 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
• ½ cup shredded coconut (optional)
• ½ cup sliced almonds (optional)

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Base

1. Cube the angel food cake. Cut the cake into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Layer the cake. In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread half of the cubed cake evenly across the bottom.

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Step 2: Add the Fruit Layers

1. Cherry pie filling. Spread half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cake layer.
2. Crushed pineapple. Sprinkle the drained pineapple evenly over the cherries.
3. Repeat. Add another layer of cubed cake and the remaining cherry pie filling.

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Step 3: Make the Cream Layer

1. Prepare the pudding. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the pudding mix with cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
2. Blend in sour cream. Gently fold the sour cream into the pudding mixture until smooth.

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Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Spread the cream. Pour the cream mixture over the layered cake and fruit, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
2. Top with whipped topping. Gently spread the whipped topping over the cream layer.

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Step 5: Garnish the Cake

1. Optional toppings. Sprinkle shredded coconut and sliced almonds over the whipped topping for added texture and flavor.
2. Chill. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.

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