Description
Make this simple, no-bake Eclair Cake. You layer graham crackers with creamy vanilla pudding and top it with a rich chocolate glaze. It tastes just like an eclair but takes almost no effort. This dessert is always a hit at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (14.4 ounces) graham crackers
- 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 tub (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Mix the instant vanilla pudding according to package directions, using the cold milk. Let it set for about five minutes.
- Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the set pudding mixture until fully combined.
- Arrange a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. You may need to break some crackers to fit.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
- Top the pudding layer with a second layer of graham crackers.
- Spread the remaining half of the pudding mixture over the second layer of crackers.
- Top the entire cake with the final layer of graham crackers.
- Warm the chocolate frosting slightly to make it easier to spread.
- Pour and spread the warm chocolate frosting evenly over the top layer of crackers.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least six hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Chill the cake for the full six hours or overnight. This time allows the graham crackers to soften, giving the cake its signature eclair texture.
- Use whole milk for the creamiest pudding base.
- You can substitute chocolate pudding for vanilla if you prefer a stronger chocolate flavor throughout.
- For a cleaner slice, run your knife under hot water and wipe it clean between each cut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg