Strawberry Eclair Cake 🍓

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This Strawberry Éclair Cake is the ultimate indulgence—a delightful fusion of fresh strawberries, creamy vanilla filling, light sponge cake layers, and a rich chocolate ganache. It’s as elegant as it is delicious, perfect for special occasions or when you simply want to treat yourself!

Ingredients

For the Sponge Cake Layers

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (or your favorite homemade sponge cake recipe)
  • Ingredients required for the cake mix (eggs, water, oil, etc.)

For the Vanilla Filling

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped until stiff peaks form

For the Strawberry Topping

  • 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
  • ¼ cup strawberry jam (optional, for added sweetness and shine)

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Layers

  1. Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Prepare the cake batter as directed on the package and divide it evenly between the prepared pans.
  3. Bake the cakes according to the package instructions, then let them cool completely in the pans before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 2: Make the Vanilla Filling

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream until the mixture is light and fluffy. Set aside.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

  1. Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread half of the vanilla filling evenly over the top.
  2. Arrange half of the sliced strawberries on top of the filling in a single layer.
  3. Top with the second cake layer, pressing down gently to secure it.
  4. Spread the remaining vanilla filling over the top and sides of the cake for a smooth finish.
  5. Arrange the remaining sliced strawberries decoratively on top of the filled cake.

Step 4: Make the Chocolate Ganache

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  2. Let the ganache cool slightly so it thickens but remains pourable.
  3. Drizzle or pour the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing some to drip down the sides for an éclair-like appearance.


 

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