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Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This no-bake Chocolate Eclair Cake is a luscious layered dessert featuring creamy vanilla pudding, crunchy graham crackers, and rich chocolate frosting. It's a simple, make-ahead treat perfect for gatherings, requiring minimal preparation and chilling overnight for the flavors to meld into a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Pudding Mixture

  • 2 (3.4-ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping, thawed

Other Ingredients

  • 1 box graham crackers
  • 1 can dark chocolate frosting

Instructions

  1. Prepare pudding mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping to create a light, creamy filling.
  2. First graham cracker layer: Line the bottom of a 9-inch x 13-inch baking pan with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking pieces as needed to fill the layer completely. Pour half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker layer and spread gently.
  3. Second graham cracker layer: Add another layer of graham crackers over the pudding mixture. Pour the remaining pudding mixture on top of this second cracker layer and spread it evenly, then top with a final layer of graham crackers.
  4. Top with chocolate frosting: Carefully spread the dark chocolate frosting over the top layer of graham crackers, covering the entire surface for a smooth finish.
  5. Chill and serve: Cover the pan and refrigerate the cake for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and keep any leftovers stored covered in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Use instant pudding mix for quick setting; regular pudding mix will not set properly.
  • Make sure whipped topping is fully thawed for easy folding and smooth texture.
  • The cake is best refrigerated overnight to soften the graham crackers and enhance flavor.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free graham crackers.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/chocolate-eclair-cake-recipe/