Angel Food Cake with Strawberries
A delicate angel food cake layered with a smooth cream cheese filling, fresh strawberries, and sweet glaze — an elegant dessert ready in just 15 minutes.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 10-inch diameter angel food cake
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 pound cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces whipped topping thawed
- 18 ounces strawberry jam or glaze
- 1 quart fresh strawberries sliced
Instructions
Prepare the Cake Base
- Tear the angel food cake into bite-sized pieces and place them evenly into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
Prepare the Cream Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and white sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the thawed whipped topping and continue mixing until fully incorporated and light in texture.
Assemble the Cream Layer
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the layer of crumbled angel food cake, ensuring the surface is fully covered.
Prepare the Strawberry Topping
- In a separate bowl, combine the sliced fresh strawberries with the strawberry jam or glaze. Gently stir until the strawberries are evenly coated and the mixture is glossy.
Complete the Assembly
- Spoon the strawberry mixture evenly over the cream layer, spreading it to cover the entire surface.
Chill Before Serving
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set before serving.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, replace the standard angel food cake with a certified gluten-free angel food cake. Ensure the strawberry glaze and whipped topping are also verified gluten-free, as some brands may contain additives with gluten.