Description
A delightful no-bake dessert that combines layers of graham crackers, vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, and a rich chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
- 1 box (14.4 oz) graham crackers
- 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, halved (for garnish)
- ¼ cup crushed graham crackers (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Gently fold in the whipped topping and vanilla extract.
- Layer the crackers: Arrange a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13-inch glass baking dish.
- Add the filling: Spread half of the pudding mixture over the crackers. Arrange 1 cup of sliced strawberries evenly on top.
- Repeat the layers: Add another layer of graham crackers, the remaining pudding mixture, and the remaining sliced strawberries.
- Finish the cake: Cover with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Make the ganache: Heat the heavy cream until steaming but not boiling. Pour over the chocolate chips, let stand for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Add the topping: Pour the chocolate ganache over the top layer and spread evenly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, until the crackers soften.
- Garnish and serve: Decorate with fresh strawberry halves and crushed graham crackers. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- For best results, allow the cake to chill overnight.
- Feel free to substitute other fruits if desired.
- Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed before mixing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg