Instructions – How to Make Heaven on Earth Cake:
Prepare the base: Cut the angel food cake into small cubes. Place half of the cubes in the bottom of a glass dish or trifle bowl.
Add first cherry layer: Spread half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cake cubes.
Add remaining cake cubes: Place the rest of the cake cubes on top of the cherry layer.
Make the pudding: In a bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix with cold milk and optional vanilla extract until thickened.
Add the pudding layer: Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the cake and cherries.
Top with whipped cream: Spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer.
Finish with cherries: Spoon the remaining cherry pie filling on top. Garnish with fresh cherries or toasted almonds if desired.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Helpful Tips:
Make ahead-friendly: This dessert is even better the next day!
Flavor variations: Try using blueberry, strawberry, or peach pie filling.
Lower sugar option: Use sugar-free pudding mix and light whipped topping.
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