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No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake

Healthy Fact of the Day

For a lighter version, use sugar-free pudding mix, low-fat milk, and light whipped topping to reduce calories and sugar. Swapping traditional graham crackers for whole wheat grahams adds a bit of fiber while keeping the same delicious layered texture.
No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake

No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake

Recipe by Daily Disher



Decadent and effortless No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake—layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped topping, finished with a rich chocolate frosting for a classic no-bake treat.

Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
3.7 from 17 votes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 2 packages instant vanilla pudding mix

    • 3 cups milk

    • 1 container whipped topping

    • 1 box graham crackers

    • 1 container chocolate frosting

    Directions

    • In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until the pudding thickens, which should take about 2 minutes.
    • Fold the whipped topping into the thickened pudding mixture gently until combined, ensuring a smooth and uniform mixture.
    • Arrange a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish, covering the surface completely.
    • Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the layer of graham crackers, ensuring the entire layer is covered well.
    • Add a second layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding, followed by spreading the remaining pudding mixture on top.
    • Place a final layer of graham crackers over the pudding mixture, covering it completely and evenly to form the top crust.
    • Carefully spread the chocolate frosting over the top layer of graham crackers, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
    • Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the crackers to soften and flavors meld.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake is a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that requires no oven time. Graham crackers soften between layers of smooth vanilla pudding and whipped topping, creating a cake-like texture. Topped with a rich chocolate frosting, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or anytime you crave indulgence.

    3.7 from 17 votes

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