No-Bake Cherry Vanilla Cake Recipe

No-Bake Cherry Vanilla Cake Recipe is a no-bake, refreshing dessert layered with light cake cubes, cherry pie filling, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and almonds. It’s the perfect treat for holidays, family gatherings, or just a sweet moment at home.

Ingredients
For the base:

1 white cake (prepared and cooled, store-bought or homemade)

1 can (21 oz / ~540g) cherry pie filling

For the cream layer:

1 package (3.4 oz / 90g) instant vanilla pudding mix

2 cups (500ml) cold milk

1 tub (8 oz / ~225g) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)

1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
Prepare the cake base:

Cut the cake into small cubes (about 1-inch pieces).

Layer half of the cake cubes into the bottom of a glass baking dish (9×9 or larger works best).

Add cherry filling:

Spoon half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cake cubes.

Repeat with the remaining cake cubes and cherry filling, creating layers.

Make the vanilla pudding:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk.

Beat for 2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Add the pudding layer:

Pour the pudding evenly over the layered cake and cherry mixture.

Spread gently to cover the entire surface.

Add the whipped topping:

Spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer.

Sprinkle with sliced almonds for added crunch (optional).

Chill the cake:

Cover the dish with plastic wrap.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best for full flavor and texture).

Pro Tips:

Try lemon or vanilla cake for a flavor twist.

Don’t like almonds? Use mini chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or skip the garnish.

Use sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping for a lighter version.