Peach Angel Dessert
A light, fruity dessert featuring angel food cake layered with peach gelatin, whipped topping, and fresh peaches, perfect for summer gatherings and sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch.
- Gradually whisk in water and corn syrup until smooth.
- Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil.
- Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Remove from heat; stir in peach gelatin until dissolved.
- Cool to room temperature, stirring several times.
- Cut angel food cake into 9 slices.
- Line an ungreased 13 x 9 x 2-inch dish with the cake slices.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and skim milk until blended.
- Gradually beat in confectioners sugar.
- Set aside 1/3 cup whipped topping for garnish.
- Fold remaining whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the mixture over the cake slices in the dish.
- Top with sliced peaches.
- Pour the cooled gelatin mixture over the peaches.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Cut into squares.
- Top each piece with about 1 teaspoon of the reserved whipped topping.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, you can substitute the cream cheese with Greek yogurt. If you want more peach flavor, consider using fresh peaches instead of canned. Ensure your gelatin is completely dissolved before cooling, as this can impact the texture. For added crunch, sprinkle some crushed nuts on top before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Peach Angel Dessert chilled for the best flavor and texture. It pairs beautifully with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream or a drizzle of Low-Fat, Low Calorie Vanilla Sauce. This dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a sweet finish to a family meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dessert can become soggy if left too long, so it's best enjoyed within this timeframe. Avoid freezing, as the texture will change once thawed.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Peach Angel Dessert contains roughly 317 calories, with 2g protein, 67g carbohydrates, and 5g fat.
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
What can I use instead of angel food cake?
If you're looking for a different base, consider using a sponge cake or pound cake. These alternatives will provide a different texture but will still complement the peach and cream cheese layers nicely.
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).