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Old-Fashioned Snowball Cake Recipe

Old-Fashioned Snowball Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and nostalgic dessert, the Old-Fashioned Snowball Cake is a fluffy and fruity concoction that is perfect for any occasion. This no-bake treat features layers of angel food cake, gelatin, and whipped topping, topped with a generous coating of shredded coconut for a snowy finish.


Ingredients

Gelatin Mixture:

  • 1 box (3 ounces) strawberry or cherry gelatin
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
  • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen strawberries, thawed

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 package (7 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 loaf angel food cake or sponge cake, cut into 1-inch cubes


Instructions

  1. Dissolve Gelatin: In a large bowl, dissolve the gelatin in boiling water. Stir in crushed pineapple with juice and thawed strawberries.
  2. Chill Mixture: Chill in the refrigerator until slightly thickened, about 30–45 minutes.
  3. Add Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
  4. Layer Cake: In a bowl or lined round bowl, layer cake and gelatin mixture. Repeat layers, ending with gelatin on top.
  5. Set and Serve: Cover and refrigerate overnight. Invert onto a plate, remove wrap, and coat with shredded coconut before serving.

Notes

  • For a tropical twist, try crushed mandarin oranges or mango instead of strawberries.
  • Swap whipped topping for homemade whipped cream for a richer taste.