Strawberry Heaven

Indulge in the luscious sweetness of this delightful Strawberry Heaven dessert, where layers of angel food cake, creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberry topping come together to create a heavenly treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion, this dessert is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 angel food cake
• 1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 (3 ounce) package strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup water

How To Make Strawberry Heaven:

1. Prepare the Strawberry Topping:

• In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of sugar, cornstarch, strawberry Jell-O, lemon juice, and water.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Set aside to cool slightly.
• Stir in the sliced strawberries until well combined.

1. Assemble the Cake Layer:

• Tear the angel food cake into 1-inch pieces and toss them with 2 cups of Cool Whip.
• Press the cake mixture into a 9×13 inch pan to form the bottom layer. Using a glass pan allows for the pretty layers to be visible.

1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:

• In a mixer bowl, combine the cream cheese, remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
• Gently fold in the remaining Cool Whip until evenly combined.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake layer in the pan.

1. Add the Strawberry Topping:

• Pour the cooled strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out to cover the cake evenly.

1. Chill and Serve:

• Refrigerate the assembled dessert for 2 to 3 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.

Tips:

• For a time-saving option, you can use a store-bought angel food cake instead of making one from scratch.
• Ensure that the cream cheese is softened before mixing to achieve a smooth and creamy texture for the filling.
• Feel free to customize the dessert by using different fruit toppings such as raspberries or blueberries.
• This dessert can be prepared ahead of time and stored covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
• To make it even more refreshing, consider serving chilled with a dollop of extra Cool Whip on top. Enjoy the sweet taste of summer with every bite of this decadent Strawberry Heaven dessert!