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Strawberry Angel Food Cake Lush Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes plus chilling time
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Strawberry Angel Food Cake Lush is a light and refreshing dessert perfect for spring and summer gatherings. Layers of airy angel food cake cubes are topped with a luscious cream cheese mixture, fluffy homemade whipped cream, and fresh strawberries glazed with a sweet strawberry topping. It’s an easy no-bake dessert that comes together quickly and elegantly, ideal for serving 8 guests.

Ingredients

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Angel Food Cake Layer

  • 14 ounces pre-made angel food cake

Strawberry Layer

  • 1 16-ounce package fresh strawberries, washed, tops removed and sliced thinly
  • 3/4 cup homemade strawberry glaze (see notes)

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream (from the whipped cream preparation)

Whipped Cream Layer

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Angel Food Cake: Slice the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes and evenly layer them in the bottom of an ungreased 9×13 inch baking dish. Set aside while you prepare the other layers.
  2. Make the Whipped Cream: In a medium bowl, add the cold heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on high speed, beat until the mixture begins to foam and thicken, about 3 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating on high until stiff peaks form, about 2 to 3 more minutes. Be careful not to overbeat or it will turn to butter. The whipped cream is ready when it holds a peak that doesn’t fall over.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a small bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, half of the whipped cream, and milk using a handheld mixer until smooth and well combined.
  4. Assemble Cream Cheese Layer: Using dollops, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cubed angel food cake. Use a spatula and your fingers to smooth it out as much as possible. It will be thick, so take your time for an even layer.
  5. Top with Remaining Whipped Cream: Spread the remaining whipped cream over the cream cheese layer, creating a smooth and fluffy topping.
  6. Make the Strawberry Layer: Combine the sliced strawberries with the homemade strawberry glaze in a separate bowl. Gently mix to coat the berries evenly.
  7. Finish Assembly: Spread the glazed strawberries evenly over the whipped cream layer to complete the dessert.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cake lush until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld and the layers to set nicely—about 1 to 2 hours.

Notes

  • For homemade strawberry glaze, combine 1/2 cup strawberry preserves with 2 tablespoons water and heat gently until smooth and pourable. Let cool before using.
  • Do not overbeat the whipped cream to avoid turning it into butter.
  • This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

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