Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

This No-Bake Strawberry Angel Dessert uses store bought angel food cake, Jell-O, frozen strawberries and Cool Whip to make the best summer dessert!

THE PERFECT SUMMERTIME DESSERT!

Don't judge a dessert by its outward appearance. Seriously. This No Bake Strawberry Dessert is one of those ugly desserts. It really is. But it sure does taste good! No baking required! Only five ingredients that will only take you minutes to throw together. I get asked to bring this dessert to all those summer cookouts because it's so light and refreshing after a hot day!

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

ANGEL FOOD CAKE, STRAWBERRY JELL-O, FROZEN STRAWBERRIES AND COOL WHIP

It's also not a really heavy dessert so it's kinda perfect after a heavy meal. Everyone loves this stuff. A lot of folks call it "The Pink Stuff." 🙂 Whatever you call it - I know you will call it good!

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)

  • store-bought angel food cake
  • strawberry Jell-O
  • boiling water
  • container frozen strawberries with sugar
  • whipped topping (COOL WHIP)

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

HOW TO MAKE NO-BAKE STRAWBERRY ANGEL DESSERT:

Cut angel food cake into bite-sized (1-inch) pieces.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Place half of the angel food cake pieces into the bottom of the 9x13 baking dish.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

In a large bowl, whisk together strawberry Jell-O with boiling water. Stir until no longer grainy.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Stir in strawberries until combined.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Whisk in COOL WHIP to strawberry mixture until combined well (it will be a little lumpy.)

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Spoon half the strawberry mixture over angel food cake pieces.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Layer with the other half of angel food cake pieces.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Pour the rest of the strawberry mixture on top. Spread to cover evenly.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

Cover and place into the refrigerator at least two hours to cool. Scoop small servings into bowls and top with a fresh strawberry.

Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

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Store bought angel food cake with strawberries and cool whip

  • â–˘ 13 ounce store-bought angel food cake
  • â–˘ 6 ounce box strawberry Jell-O
  • â–˘ 2 cups boiling water
  • â–˘ 24 ounce container frozen strawberries with sugar, thawed
  • â–˘ 8 ounce tub COOL WHIP, thawed

  • Cut angel food cake into bite-sized (1-inch) pieces. Place half of the angel food cake pieces into the bottom of the 9x13-inch baking dish.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together strawberry Jell-O with boiling water. Stir until no longer grainy. Stir in strawberries until combined.

  • Whisk in Cool Whip to strawberry mixture until combined well (it might be a little lumpy which is just fine.)

  • Spoon half the strawberry mixture over angel food cake pieces.

  • Layer with the other half of angel food cake pieces.

  • Pour the rest of the strawberry mixture evenly on top.

  • Cover and place into the refrigerator at least two hours to cool.

  • Scoop small servings into bowls and top with a fresh strawberry.

  • Please note the video above says to freeze the dessert. You do not need to freeze, only refrigerate. However, if you want a more frozen style dessert then you could certainly freeze it. 

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 60mg | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.1mg

“The Country Cook” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

Originally published: March 2017
Updated and republished: June 2022

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What can I put on top of angel food cake?

angel food cake icings and frostings.
Chocolate whipped cream frosting..
Chocolate ganache..
Whipped buttercream..
7 Minute Frosting (or boiled frosting).
Peanut butter glaze..
Lemon Buttercream..
Vanilla, chocolate, or lemon glaze..

What is the difference between angel food cake and angel cake?

Angel food cake, or angel cake, is a type of sponge cake made with egg whites, flour, and sugar. A whipping agent, such as cream of tartar, is commonly added. It differs from other cakes because it uses no butter. Its aerated texture comes from whipped egg white.

Does angel food cake have to be baked in a bundt pan?

If you don't have an angel food cake pan, that's okay. You can still make this cake, but you need to use a pan with tall sides, like a loaf pan, because the batter rises considerably, and you still need to cool it upside down on an elevated surface.

Does store bought angel food cake need to be refrigerated?

Since there is no dairy in angel food cake, it does not have to be refrigerated right away- unless it's frosted with a dairy-based icing or covered in fruit. When properly stored at room temperature, plain angel food cake will last one or two days.