Make a store-bought angel food
cake beautiful and utterly delicious by dressing it up a bit. Whether
you are planning a large
gathering or just serving a
special dinner for two, this tasty creation must be on the menu.
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4 cups
sliced strawberries
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3/4 cup
sugar, divided
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2 tablespoons
evaporated skim milk
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1
(8-ounce) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
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1
(10-inch) round angel food cake
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3 tablespoons
triple sec (orange-flavored liqueur) or orange juice, divided
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1
(8-ounce) tub frozen reduced-calorie whipped topping, thawed
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2 tablespoons
sliced almonds, toasted
Preparation
- Combine strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl; cover
and let stand 1 hour. Combine 1/2 cup sugar, milk, and cream cheese in a
medium bowl; beat at medium speed of a mixer until smooth.
- Cut cake horizontally into 3 layers using a serrated knife; place
bottom layer, cut side up, on a serving plate. Brush with 1 tablespoon
liqueur, and spread half of cream cheese mixture over cake. Spoon
one-third of strawberries over cream cheese mixture using a slotted
spoon. Repeat layers, ending with cake and liqueur. Spread whipped
topping over top and sides of cake. Cover; chill 30 minutes. Arrange
remaining strawberries on top of cake before serving; sprinkle with
almonds.