Strawberry Heaven: The Ultimate No-Bake Dessert You Need to Make Today
This Strawberry Heaven dessert is soft, fluffy, creamy, and full of sweet strawberry flavor. It uses angel food cake, a silky cream layer, and a fresh strawberry glaze that makes every bite taste like summer. It’s easy to put together, requires no baking, and feeds a crowd—perfect for potlucks, holidays, or family gatherings!
Ingredients
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1 angel food cake
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1 (16 oz) container Cool Whip
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sugar, divided
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
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3 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 (3 oz) package strawberry Jell-O
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 cup water
Instructions
1. Make the Glaze
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In a saucepan, combine ½ cup sugar, cornstarch, strawberry Jell-O, lemon juice, and water.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring until it boils and thickens.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Strawberries
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Gently fold the sliced strawberries into the cooled glaze and set aside.
3. Make the Cake Layer
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Tear angel food cake into 1-inch pieces.
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Mix with 2 cups of Cool Whip.
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Press this mixture into the bottom of your baking dish.
4. Make the Cream Layer
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In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with the remaining ½ cup sugar and vanilla.
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Fold in the leftover Cool Whip.
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Spread this creamy layer evenly over the cake mixture.
5. Add the Strawberry Topping
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Pour the strawberry-glaze mixture evenly over the cream layer.
6. Chill & Serve
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Refrigerate for 2–3 hours to set completely.
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Scoop, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
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Let the glaze cool, but not fully set — it should still be pourable.
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Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and color.
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If you prefer a lighter dessert, you can use light Cool Whip and reduced-fat cream cheese.
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Great for making a day ahead — it actually tastes even better chilled overnight!