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Cherry Angel Cake

This Cherry Angel Cake is a wonderfully simple yet impressive dessert that combines the airy texture of angel food cake with the sweet-tart flavor of cherry pie filling. It’s perfect for when you want a fancy looking treat with minimal effort, and it’s ideal for summer picnics or holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box angel food cake mix 15-16 oz / ~425 g
  • 1 can cherry pie filling 21 oz / ~595 g
  • 1 teaspoon non-alcoholic vanilla extract
  • 1 tub whipped topping 8 oz / ~225 g, thawed
  • fresh cherries or shaved white chocolate Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9×13-inch baking dish (ungreased)
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you gather all the ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the angel food cake mix, cherry pie filling, and non-alcoholic vanilla extract. Stir until the batter becomes thick and fluffy—avoid overmixing.
  3. Pour the batter into an ungreased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  4. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes until the top turns a golden brown and springs back slightly when touched.
  5. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack (this may take about an hour).
  6. Once cooled, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly across the surface, creating beautiful swirls and peaks.
  7. Garnish with fresh cherries or shaved white chocolate if desired.
  8. Slice, serve, and enjoy the perfect balance of light cake and rich, fruity filling.

Notes

This Cherry Angel Cake is a fall-back recipe for when you want a dessert that looks and tastes impressive without a lot of fuss. The use of store‐bought ingredients like cake mix and whipped topping makes it accessible, while the fresh garnish elevates its presentation. You can easily substitute other fruit fillings or flavored extracts to suit your taste, and serving it with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream creates a delightful contrast. It’s a flexible recipe that works just as well for intimate gatherings as it does for festive occasions.