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Decadent Chocolate Eclair Cake with layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate frosting, topped with chocolate shavings.

Decadent Chocolate Eclair Cake: A No-Bake Dessert You’ll Love


  • Author: Tiva
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients

1 box (14.4 oz) graham crackers

2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix

3 cups cold milk

1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed

1 can (16 oz) prepared chocolate frosting (or homemade chocolate ganache)


Instructions

Instructions

Prepare the Pudding Filling:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).

Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined. Set aside.

Layer the Graham Crackers:

In a 9×13-inch baking dish, place a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit the dish.

Add the Pudding Mixture:

Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker layer.

Repeat Layers:

Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by the remaining pudding mixture.

Top with a final layer of graham crackers.

Add the Chocolate Topping:

Warm the chocolate frosting in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to make it pourable.

Pour the frosting over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Chill and Set:

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld.

Serve:

Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Notes

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Customizations: Add sliced bananas or strawberries between layers for a fruity twist.

Homemade Frosting: If you prefer homemade chocolate ganache, combine 1 cup heavy cream with 1 cup chocolate chips, heat until melted, and pour over the cake.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-Bake)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 4g