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No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Dessert

Close-up of a layered slice of No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Dessert with graham crackers, white cream, and chocolate frosting.
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Make this simple, no-bake dessert that tastes like a chocolate eclair. It uses a graham cracker base, a creamy filling, and a chocolate topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold milk
  • 1 package (3.9 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 box (14.4 oz) graham crackers, whole sheets
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chocolate glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 tablespoon butter. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the cream filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the cold milk and instant vanilla pudding mix. Beat until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Assemble the cake: Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of the dish.
  5. Spread half of the cream filling evenly over the graham crackers.
  6. Add a second layer of graham crackers on top of the filling.
  7. Spread the remaining half of the cream filling over the second cracker layer.
  8. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
  9. Pour the slightly cooled chocolate glaze evenly over the top layer of crackers, spreading it to cover the edges.
  10. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften completely.
  11. Use the plastic wrap overhang to lift the cake out of the dish before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use whole graham crackers, not crumbs, for the layers.
  • Make sure the pudding mixture is thick before folding in the whipped topping.
  • Chill time is essential for the crackers to absorb moisture and soften like eclair pastry.

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