Description
Indulge in the delightful, no-bake Strawberry Eclair Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This scrumptious cake features layers of graham crackers, creamy cheesecake pudding, and fresh strawberries, all coming together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Its refreshing flavors and appealing textures are sure to impress family and friends at gatherings, picnics, or even cozy nights in. The versatility of this recipe allows for customization with various fruits or toppings, making it a crowd favorite that pleases both kids and adults alike. Chill it overnight for the best taste and texture; the result is a luscious treat that will keep everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 3.4 ounces cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 8 ounces thawed whipped topping
- 14.4 ounces graham crackers
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (washed, hulled, and sliced)
- 16 ounces store-bought strawberry frosting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cheesecake pudding mix and milk until thickened.
- Fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined.
- Layer graham crackers in a 9×13-inch baking dish to cover the bottom.
- Pour half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers and spread evenly.
- Add a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the pudding.
- Repeat with another layer of graham crackers followed by the remaining pudding mixture.
- Top with more sliced strawberries.
- Finish with one final layer of graham crackers.
- Heat strawberry frosting in a microwave-safe container for about 10-15 seconds until pourable.
- Pour the warm frosting over the cake evenly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Slice into pieces before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 223
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 228mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use cold ingredients for better consistency in your pudding mixture. Consider adding different fruits like blueberries or raspberries for variation. Ensure you chill the cake adequately to allow flavors to meld beautifully.