Description
Heavenly No Bake Eclair Cake combines Graham crackers, vanilla pudding, and chocolate frosting in a dreamy dessert that melts hearts. Cool layers of creamy goodness promise sweet satisfaction without turning on the oven, inviting you to indulge in pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box graham crackers
- 2 (3.5 ounces/99 grams) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 1/2 cups milk
Topping Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 tub chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Whisk instant pudding mix and milk vigorously until a smooth, creamy consistency develops, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Gently incorporate whipped topping into the pudding mixture, creating a light and airy texture.
- Create the first foundation layer by carefully placing graham crackers across the entire base of the baking dish, ensuring complete coverage.
- Delicately spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham cracker base, using a spatula to distribute evenly.
- Construct a second graham cracker layer directly on top of the pudding, covering the entire surface.
- Pour the remaining pudding mixture over the second cracker layer, smoothing it to create a uniform surface.
- Add the final graham cracker layer as the top crowning element of the dessert.
- Soften chocolate frosting in the microwave for a few seconds until it reaches a pourable consistency.
- Drizzle and spread the melted frosting across the top layer, creating an elegant chocolate finish.
- Chill the assembled dessert in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the layers to meld and set completely.
- Before serving, let the eclair cake rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to optimize texture and flavor.
Notes
- Soften the pudding mix and milk thoroughly to ensure a smooth, creamy texture without lumps.
- Use full-fat whipped topping for a richer, more indulgent dessert that holds its shape better.
- Completely cover the bottom of the dish with graham crackers to create a solid base that prevents soggy layers.
- Experiment with alternative crackers like chocolate wafers or gluten-free options to customize the recipe for different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg