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Light No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake Recipe Perfect for Summer Desserts

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A light, airy no-bake dessert combining angel food cake, fresh strawberries, and a creamy filling, perfect for hot summer days when you want a refreshing treat without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, cubed or torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup whipped topping (homemade whipped cream or store-bought)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or preserves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups of fresh strawberries, hull and slice thinly. Toss gently with 2 tablespoons of strawberry jam or preserves if using. Set aside to macerate for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a chilled medium bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer on medium speed (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat 4 ounces of softened cream cheese with ½ cup of sifted powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest if desired.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping the mixture airy and fluffy.
  5. In a 9×9-inch dish, spread a layer of angel food cake pieces evenly on the bottom. Spoon half of the cream cheese filling over the cake and spread gently. Add a layer of the macerated strawberries, then repeat with the remaining cake pieces and filling. Top with the remaining strawberries.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 4, to let flavors meld and the cake absorb moisture.
  7. Once chilled, slice into squares and serve cold.

Notes

Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid graininess. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep it airy. Macerate strawberries with jam to enhance flavor and juice. Chill at least 2 hours for best texture. Use fresh angel food cake for best results; day-old cake is acceptable but avoid stale cake. For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and whipped topping with coconut-based alternatives. For gluten-free, use gluten-free angel food cake or sponge.

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Keywords: no-bake, strawberry, angel food cake, summer dessert, light dessert, easy dessert, whipped cream, fresh strawberries

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