Description
Éclair Cake is a no-bake dessert with layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and a rich chocolate topping. Perfect for any occasion, this easy recipe comes together quickly and tastes even better after chilling overnight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes vanilla instant pudding mix
- 3 cups cold whole milk
- 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 box graham crackers
- 1 (16 oz) container chocolate frosting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until smooth and well combined.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, lay a single layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers.
- Add another layer of graham crackers, then spread the remaining pudding mixture evenly.
- Top with one final layer of graham crackers.
- Microwave the chocolate frosting for 15-20 seconds to soften, then spread it evenly over the top layer.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight for the best texture.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a richer texture.
- Chilling overnight enhances the flavors and softens the graham crackers perfectly.
- For a homemade chocolate topping, use a ganache made with heavy cream and chocolate.
- Slice with a hot knife for clean cuts.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Éclair Cake Recipe, No-Bake Dessert, Easy Éclair Cake, Graham Cracker Dessert, Chocolate Pudding Cake