No-Bake Eclair Cake
No-Bake Eclair Cake! This tantalizing dessert brings together the sweetness of vanilla pudding, the crunchiness of graham crackers, and the richness of chocolate frosting. What sets it apart? It requires no baking! It's a quick, easy and refreshing treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Instant vanilla pudding mix 198g or two 3.5 oz packages
- Milk 710 ml or 3 cups
- Whipped topping thawed (226g or 8 oz tub, Cool Whip preferred)
- Graham cracker squares about 200g or 18-20 crackers, 2 sleeves
- Chocolate frosting 454g or 16 oz container
Instructions
- Blend the vanilla pudding mix, milk, and whipped topping in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Arrange a layer of graham cracker squares on the base of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Break them as needed to ensure full coverage.
- Spread half the pudding mixture over the crackers.
- Arrange another layer of graham crackers over the pudding layer.
- Spread the remaining pudding mixture over this layer of crackers.
- Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to 1 hour for the pudding to set.
- Remove the lid and foil from the chocolate frosting and microwave for about 15 seconds to soften.
- Stir the frosting until it becomes spreadable.
- Remove the plastic wrap and evenly spread the frosting over the top graham cracker layer.
- Cover again and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld together.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy your No-Bake Eclair Cake! Remember, it tastes better as it chills, so give it ample time.
Notes
Substitutions are welcome in this recipe. You can experiment with different flavors of pudding and frosting. Also, if you're not a fan of Cool Whip, feel free to use homemade whipped cream. Lastly, remember to give your No-Bake Eclair Cake enough time to chill. It makes all the difference!