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This is a cake I could see my mom making, it’s semi-homemade, quick & easy, and super delicious. Get Recipe

Ingredients

– store-bought Angel Food cake – whipping cream – vanilla extract – cream cheese – powdered sugar – strawberries – blueberries Prep Time: 1h 10 mins. Prep Time: 1h 10 mins. Servings: 8 people Servings: 8 people Get Recipe

NOTE: The frosting on the cake will start to melt if left out for more than 2 hours, less if in the heat. So keep it in the fridge until just before serving. Get Recipe

Step-by-step instructions!

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Using a serrated knife cut off the top 1 inch of cake crosswise; set aside (see picture above).

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In the bowl of a stand mixer add the whipping cream and vanilla, whip on medium-high until stiff peaks form, about 4-5 minutes.

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In a small bowl add 1 cup of the Cream Cheese Whipped Cream Frosting. Fold in the berries and fill the cake cavity.

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Add the cake top back on and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting and garnish with reserved berries.

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