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No-Bake Strawberry Eclair Cake

A delicious summer dessert that combines layers of soft graham crackers, cheesecake pudding, and fresh strawberries, topped with a glossy strawberry frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 20 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box honey graham crackers (about 410g / 14.4oz) Enough for three complete layers in a 9x13 pan.
  • 2 packages instant cheesecake pudding mix (96g / 3.4oz each) Can substitute with vanilla pudding if needed.
  • 3 cups cold whole milk (720ml) Cold milk is essential for the pudding to set properly.
  • 1 tub whipped topping (Cool Whip or equivalent) (225g / 8oz) Fully thawed.
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries (450g), hulled and sliced Slice approximately 5mm thick.
  • 1 can strawberry frosting (450g / 16oz) Must be warmed until pourable for glazing.

Method
 

Make the Cheesecake Pudding Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour 3 cups of cold whole milk.
  2. Add both packages of instant cheesecake pudding mix and whisk vigorously for exactly 2 full minutes.
  3. After whisking, it should look thicker like loosely set pudding.
  4. Fold in the fully thawed whipped topping using large, gentle strokes until fully combined.
Hull and Slice the Strawberries
  1. Hull each strawberry by cutting out the green stem and core.
  2. Slice the strawberries into rounds approximately 5mm thick.
  3. Pat the sliced strawberries gently with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Build the Layers
  1. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with a layer of graham crackers.
  2. Spread half of the cheesecake pudding filling over the first cracker layer.
  3. Arrange half of the sliced strawberries across the pudding layer.
  4. Add a second layer of graham crackers over the strawberries.
  5. Spread the remaining pudding filling and distribute remaining strawberries.
  6. Finish with a final layer of graham crackers flat on top.
Apply the Strawberry Frosting Glaze
  1. Warm the strawberry frosting in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until pourable.
  2. Pour the warmed frosting over the top layer of graham crackers.
  3. Tilt the pan and use the back of a spoon to spread the frosting evenly.
Chill Completely Before Serving
  1. Cover the pan loosely with cling film and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours.
  2. For best results, refrigerate overnight.

Notes

For a better texture, chill overnight. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices before serving. Individual slices can be frozen for up to a month.