Strawberry Eclair Cake Recipe

This no-bake Strawberry Eclair Cake is a creamy, fruity delight, layered with graham crackers, vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, and a rich chocolate frosting. It’s a simple yet indulgent dessert that gets better the longer it chills, allowing the flavors to meld into a soft, cake-like texture. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a sweet treat anytime, this recipe is easy to make and irresistibly delicious.


Ingredients

For the Cake Layers

  • 1 box honey graham crackers
  • 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 ½ cups cold milk
  • 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

For the Chocolate Frosting

  • 2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted
  • 2 teaspoons light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pudding Mixture

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  2. Fold in Cool Whip, mixing until smooth and fluffy. Set aside.

Step 2: Assemble the Cake Layers

  1. Spray the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers at the bottom of the dish.
  3. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
  4. Layer half of the sliced strawberries over the pudding.
  5. Repeat the layers with graham crackers, remaining pudding, and remaining strawberries.
  6. Finish with a final layer of graham crackers on top.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Frosting

  1. In a small bowl, mix melted baking chocolate with corn syrup.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract, butter, powdered sugar, and milk, whisking until smooth.
  3. Spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

  1. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften.
  2. Slice and serve chilled.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • No-Bake & Easy: Perfect for quick, effortless desserts.
  • Creamy & Fruity: Layers of pudding, strawberries, and chocolate create a balanced, indulgent flavor.
  • Soft & Cake-Like: The graham crackers absorb the pudding, transforming into a tender, cake-like texture.

Enjoy this Strawberry Eclair Cake, a sweet, creamy, and refreshing dessert that’s sure to impress! 🍓🍫

You can explore more variations of this recipe here or here.

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