Gladys Angelic Strawberry Dessert
Indulge in the airy sweetness of Gladys Angelic Strawberry Dessert, a no-bake treat combining light and fluffy angel food cake with juicy, macerated strawberries and rich, homemade whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion that calls for a touch of elegance, this dessert is as simple to prepare as it is stunning to serve. The recipe highlights the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries, enhanced with a hint of lemon juice and sugar, while the velvety whipped cream is lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and a dash of vanilla. Layered to perfection in a trifle dish or individual bowls and garnished with vibrant mint leaves, this dreamy strawberry dessert is a refreshing showstopper. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for feeding a crowd, it's the ultimate combination of effortless preparation and irresistible flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole (store-bought or homemade) Angel food cake
- 4 cups (hulled and sliced) Fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 6 small leaves (optional for garnish) Mint leaves
Instructions
Slice the angel food cake into small, bite-sized cubes and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the strawberries evenly and allow them to macerate for 10 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks begin to form.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and continue whipping until stiff peaks are achieved. Be careful not to overwhip.
In a trifle dish, individual glasses, or dessert bowls, begin layering the dessert. Start with a layer of angel food cake cubes, followed by a layer of macerated strawberries, and then a layer of whipped cream.
Repeat the layers until the dish or glasses are filled, finishing with a generous topping of whipped cream.
Garnish the top with a few additional strawberry slices and mint leaves for an elegant presentation (optional).
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.1 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.3 g | 481% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 2211 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.7 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1462 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
