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Ultimate No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake

A decadent slice of chocolate eclair cake featuring layers of cream and graham crackers topped with dripping chocolate glaze.
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Make this easy, crowd-pleasing No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake featuring layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate frosting. This simple dessert requires zero oven time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 box (14.4 ounces) graham crackers
  • 1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vanilla pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups of cold milk until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until just combined.
  2. Assemble the first layer: Arrange a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. You may need to break some crackers to fit the edges.
  3. Add the filling: Spread half of the vanilla pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker layer.
  4. Create the second layer: Place another layer of graham crackers over the pudding. Top this layer with the remaining half of the pudding mixture.
  5. Add the final cracker layer: Top the pudding with a final layer of graham crackers.
  6. Make the chocolate glaze: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the chocolate chips, 1/2 cup milk, and butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and melted. Remove from heat.
  7. Frost the cake: Pour the warm chocolate glaze over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it quickly to cover the entire surface.
  8. Chill: Cover the dish and refrigerate the No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the layers to set.
  9. Serve: Slice and serve this easy dessert cold.

Notes

  • For the creamiest texture, ensure your milk is very cold when mixing the pudding.
  • You can substitute the graham crackers with shortbread cookies for a different flavor profile.
  • This make-ahead dessert tastes best when chilled for 8 hours or more, letting the crackers fully absorb moisture from the filling.

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