Hey, y'all! If you love classic chocolate éclairs but don't want to fuss with pastry dough, this Éclair Cake is the perfect shortcut. With layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla filling, and rich chocolate frosting, it has all the flavors of the bakery favorite in an easy no-bake dessert.

Eclair Cake

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This easy no-bake dessert comes together in just a few simple steps. As it chills, the graham crackers soften into tender layers while the creamy filling and rich chocolate topping come together for a dessert that's perfect to make ahead for parties, holidays, or any time you're feeding a crowd.

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Eclair Cake Ingredients

• 3 c. milk
• 8 oz. Cool Whip
• (2) 3.5 oz. packages of instant vanilla pudding
• 14 oz. box of graham crackers
• 16 oz. container of prepared chocolate frosting

How to Make Eclair Cake

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and instant pudding mix until smooth and slightly thickened. Fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined.
2. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the crackers, then add another layer of graham crackers.
3. Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer, then finish with one final layer of graham crackers.
4. Remove the lid and foil seal from the chocolate frosting and microwave it for about 30 seconds, stirring until smooth and pourable. (You can also transfer it to a microwave-safe bowl before heating.) Spread the frosting evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften. For cleaner, more defined layers, freeze the cake overnight, then thaw it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before serving.

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. Refrigerate overnight for the best texture and flavor.
2. Warm the frosting slightly so it spreads easily over the graham crackers.
3. Freeze overnight for cleaner slices, then thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
4. Use a 9×13-inch pan for even layers.
5. Be patient; the longer it chills, the better it gets.

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Recipe

Eclair Cake

JC Phelps

Éclair Cake is an easy no-bake dessert with creamy layers and rich chocolate frosting that's perfect for making ahead.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Chill Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 15

Calories 284 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 3 c. milk
• 8 oz. Cool Whip
• 2 3.5oz pkg instant vanilla pudding
• 14 oz. box of graham crackers
• 16 oz. container of prepared chocolate frosting

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and instant pudding mix until smooth and slightly thickened. Fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined.
• Arrange a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the crackers, then add another layer of graham crackers.
• Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer, then finish with one final layer of graham crackers.
• Remove the lid and foil seal from the chocolate frosting and microwave it for about 30 seconds, stirring until smooth and pourable. (You can also transfer it to a microwave-safe bowl before heating.) Spread the frosting evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften. For cleaner, more defined layers, freeze the cake overnight, then thaw it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before serving.

Notes

• Refrigerate overnight for the best texture and flavor.
• Warm the frosting slightly so it spreads easily over the graham crackers.
• Freeze overnight for cleaner slices, then thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
• Use a 9×13-inch pan for even layers.
• Be patient; the longer it chills, the better it gets.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 259mgPotassium: 193mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 103IUCalcium: 98mgIron: 2mg

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