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Angel Lush Cake Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy Angel Lush Cake! A simple yet elegant dessert, perfect for summer gatherings or a delightful anytime treat. This recipe uses a store-bought angel food cake (easily adaptable for low-sugar diets) and combines it with a luscious pineapple pudding filling and whipped topping. Prepare to be amazed by how easy it is to create this show-stopping dessert. Minimal baking required! Simply layer, chill, and garnish – it’s that easy!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 271.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Angel Lush Cake

  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well-drained
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 (8 ounce) container cool whip topping
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) angel food cake
  • fresh seasonal berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), for garnish

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How to Make Angel Lush Cake

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix and 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well-drained.
  2. Gently fold in 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Carefully slice the angel food cake horizontally into three even layers.
  4. Spread one-third of the pudding mixture evenly over the bottom layer of cake.
  5. Top with the second cake layer.
  6. Repeat layering, spreading another third of the pudding mixture over the second layer and topping with the final cake layer.
  7. Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the top layer of the cake.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably 2-3 hours, to allow flavors to meld and the cake to chill completely.
  9. Garnish with fresh seasonal berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

148g

Fat

14g

Carbs

18g

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