Heaven on Earth Cake — The No-Bake Dessert That Truly Lives Up to Its Name
Every so often, a dessert comes along that feels almost too good to be true—effortless to prepare, gorgeous to look at, and irresistibly delicious. The kind of dessert that makes people close their eyes on the first bite and say, “What IS this?!”
That’s exactly the magic of Heaven on Earth Cake.
Despite its luxurious name, this recipe isn’t fussy or complicated. In fact, it’s astonishingly simple. Layered with angel food cake, creamy pudding, cherries, and whipped topping, it’s the kind of show-stopping dessert you can whip up in minutes without turning on the oven.
I first discovered this recipe at a summer potluck where it disappeared faster than any other dessert on the table. People kept going back for “just one more spoonful,” and the baker—who had brought it on a whim—laughed as she admitted it took her less than 15 minutes to assemble.
Since then, Heaven on Earth Cake has become my go-to for holidays, picnics, birthdays, or any time I want something beautiful with minimal effort. It’s light yet decadent, sweet but not heavy, and the contrast of creamy and fruity layers makes every bite feel like a treat.
If you need a crowd-pleasing, no-bake dessert that looks impressive and tastes even better, this recipe is your new best friend.
🍰 Heaven on Earth Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 prepared angel food cake, cut into cubes
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- Optional garnish: sliced almonds, extra cherries, or white chocolate shavings
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Instructions
- Layer the cake: Spread half of the cubed angel food cake into the bottom of a 9×13 dish.
- Add cherries: Spoon about half of the cherry pie filling over the cake layer.
- Add remaining cake: Spread the rest of the cake cubes on top.
- Make the creamy layer: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix, cold milk, and sour cream until smooth and thick.
- Spread pudding layer: Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the cake and cherries.
- Top with whipped topping: Spread the whipped topping over everything.
- Finish with cherries: Dollop or drizzle the remaining cherry pie filling on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best flavor and texture.
Why This Cake Is Truly “Heaven on Earth”
- No baking required—perfect for hot days or last-minute gatherings
- Feeds a crowd and looks stunning in a glass dish
- Creamy, fruity, fluffy, and light, all in one bite
- Takes only minutes to assemble
- Customizable with blueberry, lemon, strawberry, or chocolate variations
This dessert is more than a recipe—it’s a guaranteed hit. Every time I make it, someone asks for the recipe, and every time they try it themselves, they tell me the same thing:
“It’s unbelievable something this good is THAT easy.”
