No bake Chocolate Eclair Cake

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight) | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy | Servings: 12

Description

This No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake is a creamy, dreamy dessert that layers graham crackers with a rich vanilla pudding filling and is topped with a smooth chocolate glaze. It’s incredibly easy to make, requires no oven, and tastes just like a classic chocolate eclair—but in cake form! Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a sweet treat any day of the week.

Ingredients

For the Pudding Layer:

• 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
• 3 cups cold milk
• 1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

For the Graham Cracker Layers:

• 1 (14.4 oz) box graham crackers (about 24 full sheets)

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp light corn syrup (optional, for shine)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pudding Filling

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
2. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined. Set aside.

Step 2: Assemble the Cake Layers

1. In a 9×13-inch baking dish, place a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
2. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
3. Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by the remaining pudding mixture.
4. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Glaze

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, heavy cream, butter, and corn syrup (if using).
2. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth (about 1-1.5 minutes total).
3. Let cool slightly (about 2 minutes), then pour over the top graham cracker layer, spreading evenly with a spatula.

Step 4: Chill and Set

1. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the graham crackers to soften into a cake-like texture.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

• Slice into squares and serve chilled.
• Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories	Total Fat	Carbs	Protein
320 kcal	14g	45g	5g

Notes:

• For a lighter version, use sugar-free pudding mix and low-fat milk.
• Substitute homemade whipped cream for frozen whipped topping if preferred.
• Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or chopped nuts for extra flair!

Enjoy this decadent, no-bake dessert that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser! 🍫🍰