Description
Strawberry Eclair Cake is a quick dessert idea that layers graham crackers, creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, chocolate, and glossy strawberry topping into one easy no-bake treat. It is perfect for summer dessert tables, potlucks, holiday gatherings, make-ahead party food, and anyone looking for easy recipe ideas, no-bake dessert ideas, strawberry dessert ideas, and simple food ideas everyone will love.
Ingredients
3 cups cold milk
2 packages instant cheesecake pudding mix, 3.4 ounces each
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
1 box graham crackers, about 14.4 ounces
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 cup chocolate frosting
1 can strawberry pie filling, 21 ounces
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then mix until creamy.
3. In another bowl, whisk the cold milk and cheesecake pudding mix for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
5. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the filling is light and fluffy.
6. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
7. Spread half of the creamy filling over the graham crackers.
8. Add half of the sliced strawberries over the filling.
9. Top with another layer of graham crackers.
10. Spread the chocolate frosting in a thin even layer over the graham crackers.
11. Spread the remaining creamy filling over the chocolate layer.
12. Add the remaining sliced strawberries.
13. Finish with one final layer of graham crackers.
14. Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly over the top.
15. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
16. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
Use fully softened cream cheese so the filling stays smooth without lumps.
Chill the cake overnight if possible for the softest graham cracker texture and cleaner slices.
Pat the sliced strawberries dry before layering so the dessert stays thick and creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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