No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe
No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake is a quick, easy, and irresistible dessert that gives you all the flavors of a classic chocolate eclair without any baking. This dessert features layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla filling, and a smooth, glossy chocolate topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes to overnight
- Yield: 12-15 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the filling:
2 (3.4 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
3 1/2 cups cold milk
8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the chocolate topping:
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
For the layers:
1 box graham crackers (about 9–12 crackers per layer, depending on your pan size)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until it begins to thicken. Gently fold in the whipped topping and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well-combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the chocolate topping: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the milk and cocoa powder, then bring to a simmer while stirring. Let it simmer for about 1-2 minutes until the cocoa has dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and powdered sugar. Whisk until smooth and glossy. Let the chocolate sauce cool slightly.
- Assemble the cake: In a 9×13-inch dish, arrange a layer of graham crackers at the bottom, breaking them as needed to fit the dish. Spread half of the prepared pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding, then spread the remaining pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Finish by adding one last layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding.
- Top with chocolate: Pour the cooled chocolate topping over the final layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover the entire cake.
- Chill: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. The graham crackers will soften and absorb the pudding filling, creating a cake-like texture.
- Serve: After chilling, slice the No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
Add a fruit layer for a fruity twist, such as fresh berries like strawberries or raspberries between the pudding layers.
For an extra chocolate flavor, use chocolate pudding instead of vanilla in the filling.
Consider adding a layer of peanut butter between the graham crackers for a nutty twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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