No Bake Eclair Cake Recipe
This No Bake Eclair Cake is a creamy, layered dessert featuring vanilla pudding, whipped topping, crispy graham crackers, and a rich chocolate frosting. Perfect for a quick, chilled treat without the need for an oven, it delivers the flavors of a classic éclair in a convenient sliceable cake format.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Pudding Layer
- 6.8 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
Cracker Layers
- 16 ounces graham crackers
Frosting
- 16 ounces chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Make the Pudding Layer: In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla instant pudding mix and milk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken. Carefully fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is fully combined and creamy, creating a light pudding layer.
- Assemble Layers: In a 9×13 inch dish, place a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as necessary to cover the entire bottom. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over this graham cracker base. Add another full layer of graham crackers on top, followed by the remaining pudding mixture spread evenly. Finally, top with a third and last layer of graham crackers to complete the layered structure.
- Add the Frosting: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the layers to set. Meanwhile, soften the chocolate frosting by microwaving it (without foil) for about 25 seconds and then stirring until smooth. Spread the softened frosting evenly over the chilled graham cracker top layer to create a rich chocolate topping.
- Chill & Serve: Re-cover the cake with plastic wrap and place it back into the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight. This chilling period softens the graham crackers, allowing them to achieve a perfect cake-like texture. Once set, slice and serve chilled for a creamy, no-bake dessert experience.
Notes
- For best texture, allow the cake to chill overnight before serving.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, reduce chilling time to 6 hours.
- You can substitute the chocolate frosting with homemade chocolate ganache for a richer topping.
- Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water for clean slices.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: No Bake Eclair Cake, Eclair Cake, No Bake Dessert, Graham Cracker Cake, Vanilla Pudding Dessert, Chocolate Frosting Cake
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