Angel Food Pie-Cake
A delightful no-bake dessert combining fluffy angel food cake, creamy filling, fruit topping, and coconut, perfect for summer gatherings or light sweet treats.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Crumble the small angel food cake into a 9 x 13-inch pan or two casserole dishes.
- Mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and evaporated milk with a mixer until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crumbled cake.
- Pour your favorite pie filling (raspberry, cherry, strawberry, or blueberry) over the cream cheese layer.
- Mix large Cool Whip with 1/4 to 1/2 cup coconut.
- Spread the Cool Whip and coconut mixture over the pie filling.
- Top with chopped pecans.
- Chill the dessert overnight before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter texture, make sure the cream cheese is truly softened to avoid lumps. You can substitute the evaporated milk with half-and-half for a richer flavor or use Greek yogurt for a tangy twist. If you prefer a different topping, consider using crushed Miniature Biscuits for added crunch instead of pecans.
Serving Suggestions
This Angel Food Pie-Cake makes a delightful summer dessert, perfect for picnics or potlucks. Serve it alongside fresh fruit or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. For a festive touch, consider pairing it with a refreshing fruit salad to balance the sweetness.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dessert is best served chilled, so there's no need to reheat. Just allow it to come to a cool room temperature before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Angel Food Pie-Cake contains roughly 733 calories, with 4g protein, 124g carbohydrates, and 28g fat. It is a good source of dietary fiber (17% of the Daily Value) and iron (12% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 5g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a store-bought angel food cake for this recipe?
Absolutely! A store-bought angel food cake can save time and still deliver great taste. Just ensure it's fresh for the best texture and flavor in your dessert.
How long does this dessert need to chill?
Chilling the dessert overnight is ideal, as it allows the flavors to meld beautifully. If you're short on time, aim for at least 4 hours in the fridge for a decent set.
What are the best pie fillings to use?
You can use any flavor you like, but raspberry, cherry, strawberry, and blueberry are classic choices that complement the cream cheese layer perfectly. Feel free to experiment with other fruit fillings as well!
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).