Sherbet Angel Torte
For a dramatic dessert, you can't miss with this torte, shared by Amy Nichols of Brownville, Maine. "It's a wonderful make-ahead treat," Amy assures. 12 ServingsPrep: 15 min. + freezing
Ingredients
- 1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)
- 1 quart raspberry sherbet
- 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup reduced-sugar raspberry preserves, warmed
- Fresh raspberries, optional
Directions
- Freeze the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Split cake horizontally into three layers. Place bottom layer on a
- freezer-safe serving plate; top with about 1 cup sherbet. Repeat
- layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Fill center with remaining
- sherbet. Frost top and sides with whipped topping. Gently spread
- preserves over top of cake.
- Loosely cover and store in freezer. Thaw in the refrigerator for 30
- minutes before slicing with a serrated knife. Garnish with
- raspberries if desired. Yield: 12 servings.
Wine: Sweet White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.