Lemon Angel Food Cake Recipe

This light and zesty Lemon Angel Food Cake is the perfect ending to any meal! A nostalgic recipe, it's incredibly easy to make and features a fluffy angel food cake layered with creamy lemon pie filling and topped with dreamy whipped topping. Get ready for a taste of pure heaven!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 317.7 kcal

Protein 12g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Angel Food Cake

1 (10-ounce) angel food cake
Lemon Flavor Instant Pudding And Pie Filling
8 ounces Dream Whip (or equivalent whipped topping)

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How to Make Lemon Angel Food Cake

Prepare lemon pie filling according to package directions. Allow to cool completely in the refrigerator.
Carefully slice the angel food cake horizontally into two even layers. Place the bottom layer on a large cake platter.
Spread half of the cooled lemon pie filling evenly over the bottom layer of the cake.
Top with the second angel food cake layer.
Spread the remaining lemon pie filling over the top layer, ensuring it's evenly coated.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to chill.
Prepare Dream Whip according to package directions. Once whipped, spread evenly over the chilled lemon pie filling.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

121g

Fat

Carbs

24g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Angel Food Cake?

Lemon Angel Food Cake takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Angel Food Cake?

Lemon Angel Food Cake has approximately 317.7 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Angel Food Cake?

The key ingredients for Lemon Angel Food Cake are Angel Food Cake, Lemon Flavor Instant Pudding And Pie Filling, Dream Whip. See the full list with measurements above.