Description
A simple, layered dessert using graham crackers, creamy vanilla filling, and a rich chocolate glaze that requires no oven time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (14.4 ounces) graham crackers
- 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- 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 the edges.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups of cold milk for two minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until just combined.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the layer of graham crackers.
- Place a second layer of graham crackers over the pudding.
- Spread the remaining half of the pudding mixture over the second cracker layer.
- Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, 1/2 cup milk, and butter. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Do not let it boil.
- Pour the warm chocolate glaze evenly over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it to cover the entire surface.
- Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the cake to set completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use cold milk when mixing the pudding; this is crucial for instant pudding to set correctly.
- For easier slicing, run a knife under hot water and wipe it dry between cuts.
- You can substitute the vanilla pudding with chocolate or banana instant pudding for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg