Strawberries and Cream Éclair Cake – Easy No-Bake Dessert

If you’re looking for a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert, this Strawberries and Cream Éclair Cake is the perfect choice. Made with layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla filling, fresh strawberries, and a smooth topping, this no-bake dessert tastes like a classic éclair — without turning on the oven.

It’s light, sweet, and ideal for potlucks, holidays, or summer gatherings.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Éclair Cake

No-bake and easy to prepare
Perfect make-ahead dessert
Fresh strawberry flavor
Creamy, cool, and refreshing
Feeds a crowd

Ingredients

1 box graham crackers
2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 cups whipped topping
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

Optional Topping:

1 cup chocolate frosting (for classic éclair style)
or
Extra whipped topping and strawberries

Preparation

1. Prepare the Cream Filling

In a bowl, whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping, then gently combine with pudding mixture.

2. Layer the Cake

In a 9×13-inch dish, arrange a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom. Spread half of the cream mixture over the crackers. Add a layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat layers, finishing with graham crackers on top.

3. Add the Topping

Spread chocolate frosting (slightly warmed for easy spreading) or whipped topping over the final layer.

4. Chill

Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften and flavors to blend.

Tips for the Best Éclair Cake

Let it chill overnight for clean slices.
Use ripe, sweet strawberries for maximum flavor.
Slightly warm canned frosting for smooth spreading.
Add a drizzle of melted chocolate for extra indulgence.

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Best served chilled.

Final Thoughts

This Strawberries and Cream Éclair Cake is creamy, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make. With layers of soft graham crackers, luscious cream filling, and juicy strawberries, it’s a no-bake dessert that’s sure to impress.