Heaven on Earth Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake Layers:

1 package angel food cake (or 1 prepared angel food cake)

1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

1 ½ cups milk

1 cup sour cream

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)

Optional: Chopped almonds or pecans for garnish

Directions:

Prepare the Angel Food Cake:

If using a store-bought angel food cake, cut it into bite-sized cubes.

Set aside while preparing the creamy layers.

Make the Vanilla Pudding Mixture:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes).

Add the sour cream and mix until fully combined. Set aside.

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Fold in the whipped topping gently until fully combined.

Assemble the Cake:

Layer the Angel Food Cake: In a 9×13-inch dish, place half of the angel food cake cubes in an even layer.

Add the Pudding Mixture: Spread half of the vanilla pudding mixture over the cake cubes.

Top with Cream Cheese Layer: Gently spread half of the cream cheese and whipped topping mixture over the pudding.

Repeat Layers: Add the remaining cake cubes, followed by the rest of the pudding mixture, and then the remaining cream cheese mixture.

Add the Cherry Topping: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top layer.

Chill:

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to let the flavors meld together.