“My mom has been making this cake every Easter for as long as I can remember!”
This Strawberry Angel Cake is a refreshing and easy-to-make dessert that combines the airy texture of angel food cake with a creamy strawberry and marshmallow filling. It’s a perfect treat for warm weather gatherings.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Angel Food Bundt Cake | 1 (homemade or store-bought) |
| Cool Whip (thawed) | 16 oz |
| Fresh Strawberries (diced) | 2 ½ cups |
| Mini Marshmallows | 2 ½ cups |
| Sliced Strawberries (optional) | For decorating |
Instructions:
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- Prepare the cake: If using a homemade angel food cake, ensure it is completely cooled before assembling the dessert.
- Make the strawberry cream mixture: In a large bowl, add the diced fresh strawberries and lightly mash them with the back of a fork. This will release some of the strawberry juices.
- Fold in Cool Whip and marshmallows: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip and mini marshmallows into the mashed strawberries until everything is evenly combined.
- Chill the cream mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and chill the strawberry cream mixture in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.
- Slice the angel food cake: Place the angel food cake on a serving platter. Using a sharp serrated knife, carefully cut the cake horizontally into three even layers. Set the top two layers aside.
- Assemble the cake:
- Spread half of the chilled strawberry cream mixture evenly over the bottom layer of the angel food cake.
- Carefully place the middle layer of the cake on top of the cream filling.
- Spread the remaining strawberry cream mixture evenly over the middle layer of the cake.
- Place the top layer of the cake on top of the cream filling.
- Frost the cake: Spread any remaining strawberry cream mixture over the top and sides of the cake until it is fully covered.
- Chill the assembled cake: Place the assembled Strawberry Angel Cake back in the refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 90 minutes before serving. This allows the cake to set and the flavors to fully develop.
- Decorate (optional): Before serving, you can decorate the cake with sliced strawberries for an extra touch of elegance.
- Serve: Slice and serve the chilled Strawberry Angel Cake. Enjoy this light and refreshing dessert!
