The Heaven on Earth Cake is a luscious dessert that combines layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream, cherries, and sometimes pudding or custard. Here’s a basic recipe for this delightful cake:
Heaven on Earth Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus required ingredients: eggs, oil, water)
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chocolate Cake:
- Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed on the box using the eggs, oil, and water. Bake it in two round cake pans as directed. Let the cakes cool completely.
- Make the Whipped Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until it starts to thicken.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one layer of the cooled chocolate cake on a serving plate.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the first layer.
- Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the cherries.
- Place the second layer of chocolate cake on top.
- Frost the Cake:
- Cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream. You can frost the sides and top, or leave the sides exposed for a “naked cake” look.
- Garnish and Chill:
- Decorate the cake with maraschino cherries on top if desired.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve the Heaven on Earth Cake chilled.
This cake is a decadent treat with its moist chocolate layers, sweet cherry filling, and fluffy whipped cream. Feel free to get creative by adding chocolate shavings or drizzling chocolate ganache on top for added richness. Enjoy this heavenly dessert!
