Description
This no bake chocolate eclair cake is the kind of dessert that quietly steals the show. Built from soft, pudding-soaked graham crackers, a light vanilla cream filling, and a smooth chocolate topping, it delivers all the flavors of a classic eclair without the effort of baking or pastry work. It’s cool, creamy, and deeply comforting, making it perfect for warm days, family gatherings, or anytime you want a dessert that feels nostalgic yet impressive. Best of all, it’s made ahead, rests in the fridge, and rewards your patience with perfect slices and balanced flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- Graham crackers
- Instant vanilla pudding mix
- Cold milk
- Whipped topping
- Chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Whisk the pudding mix with cold milk until thick and smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
- Line the bottom of a baking dish with graham crackers.
- Spread a layer of the pudding mixture evenly over the crackers.
- Repeat layers until the filling is used, finishing with graham crackers on top.
- Warm the chocolate frosting slightly and spread it evenly over the final layer.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For best results, allow the cake to chill overnight.
- Warm the frosting gently to make spreading easier.
- Use even layers for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 25 minute
- Cook Time: No cooking
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg