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The Ultimate Easy No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake

Close-up of a layered slice of eclair cake featuring graham crackers, whipped cream, and chocolate frosting.
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Make this easy no-bake eclair cake for a crowd-pleasing dessert that tastes like a classic eclair without turning on your oven. It features layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and a rich chocolate glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (11.5 oz) graham crackers
  • 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang for easy removal later.
  2. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of the prepared dish. Break crackers as needed to cover the bottom completely.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups of cold milk until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes.
  4. Gently fold half of the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until just combined.
  5. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker layer.
  6. Top the pudding layer with another layer of graham crackers.
  7. Spread the remaining half of the pudding mixture over the second graham cracker layer.
  8. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
  9. In a small saucepan, combine the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup milk, chocolate chips, and butter. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Do not boil.
  10. Pour the warm chocolate glaze over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
  11. Cover the dish loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the cake to set.
  12. Before serving, spread the remaining half of the thawed whipped topping over the set chocolate glaze.
  13. Slice and serve this quick summer dessert cold.

Notes

  • For the best texture, chill the cake for a minimum of 6 hours. This allows the graham crackers to absorb moisture from the pudding.
  • You can substitute the instant vanilla pudding with instant chocolate pudding for a different flavor profile.
  • This dessert is excellent for potlucks because it travels well when kept chilled.

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