Strawberry Angel Food Cake
A light and fluffy dessert that combines angel food cake with fresh strawberries and strawberry jello, topped with whipped cream.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 piece angel food cake Store-bought or homemade.
Topping and Filling
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced Use ripe and firm strawberries.
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry jello Any brand works.
- 1 cup boiling water To dissolve the jello.
- 1 cup cold water To mix with the jello.
- 1 cup whipped cream For topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a heat-safe bowl, dissolve the strawberry jello powder in boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Add cold water to the jello mixture and stir well. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Slice fresh strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
- Once the jello mixture has cooled, gently mix in the sliced strawberries.
Assembly
- Tear or cut the angel food cake into bite-sized pieces.
- Layer the cake pieces in a serving dish.
- Pour the strawberry and jello mixture over the cake pieces.
- Refrigerate and chill for at least 2 hours to allow the jello to set.
Serving
- Before serving, top the chilled dessert with whipped cream.
- Garnish with additional strawberry slices, if desired.
Notes
For optimal flavor, chill longer than 2 hours. Store in the refrigerator and enjoy within 2-3 days for best texture.