No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that requires no baking and is perfect for any occasion. Layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and a rich chocolate topping come together to create a dessert that tastes just like a classic chocolate eclair!
📋 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
🍞 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
🥛 3 cups cold milk
🍚 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
🍞 1 box graham crackers (about 14.4 oz)
For the Chocolate Topping:
🍫 1/2 cup unsalted butter
🍫 1/4 cup cocoa powder
🍬 1/3 cup milk
🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
📝 Directions:
- Prepare the Pudding Mixture: 🍮 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined.
- Assemble the Cake Layers: 🍞 In a 9×13-inch baking dish, arrange a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to cover the entire bottom. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding, then spread the remaining pudding mixture over this second layer. Finish with a final layer of graham crackers on top.
- Make the Chocolate Topping: 🍫 In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder and milk, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add the Chocolate Topping: 🍫 Pour the warm chocolate topping over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill the Cake: ❄️ Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: 🍽️ Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your rich and creamy No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion!
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Chilling Time: 4 hours
⏱ Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 12-16 servings
🔥 Calories: 300 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- For an extra decadent treat, you can add a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries between the pudding layers.
- This dessert can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Enjoy your delicious and easy No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake! 🍫✨