Description
This No-Bake Eclair Cake is a dreamy, decadent dessert that requires no oven! Layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped cream are topped with a rich chocolate glaze for an easy yet impressive treat. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a simple family dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (14.4 oz) graham crackers
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Layer graham crackers in a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the base.
- Whisk pudding mix and milk until thickened, then fold in half the whipped topping. Spread over graham crackers.
- Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by the remaining pudding mixture. Top with a final graham cracker layer.
- Spread remaining whipped topping over the top. Heat cream, chocolate chips, and butter until melted, stir in vanilla, then drizzle over cake.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.
Notes
- For best results, chill overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Use honey or cinnamon graham crackers for extra flavor.
- Substitute dark chocolate chips for a richer glaze.
- Add sliced bananas or strawberries between layers for a fruity twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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