Layers of strawberry pudding, graham crackers, and strawberry jam makes this Strawberry Shortcake Eclair Cake such a delicious no bake treat. It is the perfect dessert to satisfy that sweet tooth when you are short on time.
I had a version of this dessert on a cruise years ago. I'm not quite sure of what it was made of, but it reminded me of eclair cake with a strawberry twist.
Our Walmart carries an instant Strawberry Creme Jello Pudding Mix that I knew would work perfectly for this cake. If you can't find that pudding, use instant vanilla pudding and a little bit of strawberry Jello powder.
This cake is seriously so easy to have put together and in your fridge in minutes. It is just layers of pudding and graham crackers in a pan. You really can't get much easier than that.
Most eclair cakes have a melted frosting that gets poured on top, but I wanted another layer of strawberries to make this dessert stand out. Simmering strawberries with a little bit of sugar makes a thick jelly.
It was a delicious way to top off this easy no bake cake. It also totally added to the strawberry shortcake look!
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Recipe
Strawberry Shortcake Eclair Cake
Strawberry pudding, graham crackers, and a strawberry jam makes this such a fun and delicious no bake dessert. Perfect for those upcoming summer days!
Ingredients
- 1 (3.4 ounce) box instant Strawberry Creme Jello pudding mix (see note below)
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 (8 ounce) container 1 cup Cool Whip, thawed and divided
- 1 box graham crackers
- 2 cups diced strawberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Whisk together the instant pudding and milk. Fold in 1 cup Cool Whip.
- Place a layer of graham cracker in the bottom of an 8x8 baking dish. Spread half the pudding on the crackers.
- Cover with another layer of crackers. Add the rest of the pudding over the middle layer of crackers.
- Top with one more row of crackers. You may need to break some into small pieces to cover all the pudding. Place in the refrigerator.
- Place the strawberries and sugar in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until it comes to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until it gets thick, about 5 minutes.
- Let cool. Spread over the top of the mixture in the pan and refrigerate for 4-6 hours.
- Top with more Cool Whip and extra strawberries before serving.
Notes
- If you cannot find the instant strawberry pudding, use an instant vanilla pudding and a few spoonfuls of strawberry Jello gelatin powder in vanilla pudding. Stir to taste.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 81Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 37mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 9gProtein: 2g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
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Lyuba@willcookforsmiles
Such a beautiful looking eclair cake! Love it!
Marcie
Your eclair cakes just look too good! Congrats to Lisa and what a cake. 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Marcie!! 🙂
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
Happy Birthday, Jocelyn! And what a gorgeous and perfectly pink cake- perfect for a girly baby shower! 🙂
Pinned.
Ashton
And PS- happy birthday 😀 Hope you are having a FAB time on the trip!
Ashton
ohmygosh! How GENIUS to make a strawberry version of this!!! I am always in awe of your creativity.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Ashton!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen
Happy Birthday!!! This Strawberry treat just looks so pretty!! Congratulations to Lisa!!
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron
I can not get enough strawberries right now! And this looks so good and refreshing! Pinned 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Chels! 🙂
Kristin @ cheap-chef.com
Oh my gosh these are so very cute!
The Cheap Chef
Chels R.
Happy Birthday sweets! I hope your day was wonderful! I think this looks amazing! I need!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Chels!!
Nancy
Happy Birthday!!! Have a wonderful day!!! Looks like fun.
Mary Frances
Happy Birthday! I hope it was as wonderful as this cake! What a perfect recipe to celebrate a baby girl. I love the pink!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Mary!! 🙂
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
Happy Birthday Jocelyn! Have a great day! This was such a sweet way to celebrate with Lisa!
Heather @ French Press
Happy Happy Birthday! this cake looks perfect for celebrating with 🙂 I hope you enjoy your day
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Heather!
Rachel@ {i love} my disorganized life
Oh yum! I love fruity desserts!
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar
Happy Birthday Jocelyn! I love this eclair cake! I've been wanting to try one and the strawberry twist is such a great idea!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Lindsay! 🙂
Lisa @ Wine & Glue
Happy Birthday Jocelyn!! Thank you for sharing your special day with my shower!! This is such an unexpected and wonderful surprise!! And I agree, I wish it could be in person, especially so I could eat some of this cake!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Lisa!! 🙂
Chloe @ foodlikecake
Happy Birthday! I love how pink and pretty this eclair cake is 🙂
Norma | Allspice and Nutmeg
Happy Birthday to you. I love eclair cakes so this caught my attention on Pinterest. I will be making this for sure.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Norma! 🙂
Mir
Happy birthday! And happy Lisa's shower day! You guys are so great, surprising her like that.
And this looks pink and girly and delicious. Perfect for a party!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness
Yay for Lisa! So fun! I am droolng over this cake - especially since it's no bake...love those!
It's strawberry season so this is perfect! Pinned
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Taylor! 🙂
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Seriously, my daughter is going to love you for this recipe. 🙂