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Strawberry Eclair Cake

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A no-bake dessert layered with graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and fresh strawberries—just like a strawberry éclair in cake form. Easy, impressive, and irresistibly good.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 box graham crackers
  • 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup strawberry glaze or warmed strawberry jam (optional)
  • Optional: 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for added richness)
  • Optional: melted white chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Fold in whipped topping. For added richness, beat in softened cream cheese before folding in whipped topping.
  2. In a 9×13-inch dish, lay a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom.
  3. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers, then layer with half the sliced strawberries.
  4. Add another layer of graham crackers, the remaining pudding mixture, and top with remaining strawberries.
  5. Optional: spoon strawberry glaze or jam over the top and spread gently.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften.
  7. Before serving, drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries for best texture; thawed frozen strawberries can be used if well-drained.
  • Make ahead for best results—overnight chilling improves texture and flavor.
  • Switch to chocolate pudding or add mixed berries for variation.
  • Homemade whipped cream can replace whipped topping for a richer dessert.
  • Wipe knife between slices for clean cuts.

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