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Easy No Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake

Close-up of a square slice of no bake eclair cake layered with graham crackers, cream filling, and rich chocolate ganache.
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Make this easy eclair cake recipe for a crowd-pleasing, no-bake dessert that tastes like a classic éclair. It uses simple ingredients like graham crackers, vanilla pudding, and chocolate glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.4 ounces) graham crackers
  • 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting

Instructions

  1. Arrange one layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Break crackers as needed to cover the bottom completely.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for two minutes until the mixture thickens.
  3. Gently fold half of the thawed whipped topping into the thickened pudding mixture.
  4. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the layer of graham crackers.
  5. Place a second layer of graham crackers over the pudding layer.
  6. Spread the remaining half of the whipped topping over the second layer of crackers.
  7. Top the cake evenly with the chocolate frosting, spreading it to cover the entire surface.
  8. Cover the dish and chill the eclair cake in the refrigerator for at least four hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother chocolate glaze, warm the canned frosting slightly in the microwave for about 15 seconds before spreading.
  • This make ahead dessert tastes best when chilled for a full night, allowing the graham crackers to soften completely.
  • You can substitute ladyfingers for graham crackers for a slightly different texture.

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