Some desserts are comforting. Some are extravagant. And then there’s the Heaven and Hell Sheet Cake—a dessert so decadently layered that it feels like a battle between good and evil on a fork. This rich, multilayered confection earned its memorable name thanks to the two contrasting cake layers that sandwich its luscious center: one angelic, one devilishly chocolate. The finale? An unapologetically silky peanut butter mousse and a luxurious chocolate ganache.

The Heaven and Hell Sheet Cake is not a quick, weeknight dessert. It’s a showstopper—perfect for birthdays, potlucks, celebrations, or any moment that deserves a dessert with a personality as bold as its name.

Below, you’ll find everything you need to know: what makes it special, how to approach its layers, and a step-by-step guide to assembling this legendary cake at home.

What Makes a Heaven and Hell Sheet Cake Special?

1. Dual Cake Layers

• Angel Food Cake: Light, airy, cloudlike—a heavenly contrast.

• Devil’s Food Cake: Moist, rich, and deeply chocolatey—the “hell” counterpart.

The contrast makes each bite interesting, balancing richness with lift.

2. Peanut Butter Mousse

The mousse is the heart of the cake, literally and figuratively. Creamy, fluffy, sweet, and salty, it binds the two cakes together with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

3. Chocolate Ganache Topping

Ganache adds smooth, glossy richness. Once chilled, it becomes a soft, sliceable top layer that completes the dessert.

How to Make a Heaven and Hell Sheet Cake

Ingredients

For the Angel Food Cake Layer:

• 1 box angel food cake mix (or your favorite from-scratch recipe)

For the Devil’s Food Cake Layer:

• 1 box devil’s food cake mix (or homemade recipe)

For the Peanut Butter Mousse:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 ½ cups heavy cream

• 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

• 1 tablespoon butter (optional for shine)

Instructions

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