Description
This no bake chocolate eclair cake is a chilled, creamy dessert that delivers classic eclair flavors with minimal effort. Softened graham crackers create tender layers that mimic cake, while a rich vanilla pudding and whipped topping filling adds a smooth, custard-like center. Finished with a glossy chocolate topping, this dessert feels nostalgic, comforting, and surprisingly elegant. It’s perfect for busy days, warm weather, and make-ahead entertaining, offering bakery-style indulgence without turning on the oven. Each slice is creamy, chocolatey, and deeply satisfying, making it a reliable favorite for family gatherings and casual celebrations alike.
Ingredients
- Graham crackers
- Instant vanilla pudding mix
- Cold milk
- Whipped topping
- Chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened.
- Gently fold in whipped topping until smooth.
- Layer graham crackers in a baking dish.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over crackers.
- Add another cracker layer and remaining pudding mixture.
- Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Warm frosting slightly and spread over the top.
- Cover and refrigerate until fully set.
Notes
- For best texture, chill overnight. Use cold milk for proper pudding consistency, and spread layers evenly for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9x13
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg