No Bake Eclair Cake Simple Delightful Dessert Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz each)
- 4 cups cold milk
- 1 container whipped topping (8 oz), thawed
- 1 package graham crackers (14 oz)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 quarter cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 quarter cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Allow to thicken for about 2-5 minutes.
- Fold in the thawed whipped topping gently until fully incorporated. This will create a creamy filling for your eclair cake.
- In a rectangular baking dish (9x13 inches), start by laying down a single layer of graham crackers, covering the bottom completely.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers evenly.
- Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding mixture.
- Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of graham crackers.
- Top with one final layer of graham crackers, covering the pudding entirely.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with the chocolate chips, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the chocolate glaze over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to soften.
💡 Chef's Notes
Cut the cake into squares and serve chilled. Garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for an elegant touch! Serve on a decorative plate and consider adding fresh berries for a pop of color.