Description
This irresistible No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert that requires zero oven time! Layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate frosting come together to create a dessert that tastes just like a classic eclair. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or when you need a quick and easy treat that looks impressive.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (3.4-ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 box graham crackers
- 1 can dark chocolate frosting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mixes and milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Gently fold in whipped topping until fully combined.
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, arrange a single layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
- Add another layer of graham crackers, then the remaining pudding mixture.
- Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Warm the chocolate frosting slightly (about 15 seconds in microwave) to make it spreadable.
- Spread frosting evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) before serving.
Notes
Tips: For best results, let the cake chill overnight to allow the graham crackers to soften. Substitutions: You can use chocolate pudding instead of vanilla for a more chocolatey flavor. Storage: Keep covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: eclair cake, no-bake dessert, chocolate pudding