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No-Bake Eclair Cake

No-Bake Eclair Cake


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

This classic No-Bake Eclair Cake features layers of vanilla pudding, graham crackers, and whipped topping, topped with chocolate frosting. A nostalgic and delicious dessert that requires no oven time!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 small packages instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk (whole milk preferred)
  • 1 small container thawed whipped topping (about 8 oz)
  • 1 package graham cracker squares
  • 1 container prepared chocolate frosting (about 16 oz)

Optional Additions:

  • Sliced bananas or strawberries
  • Mini chocolate chips or crushed toffee bits
  • Sprinkle of sea salt for sweet-salty finish

Instructions

  1. Whisk pudding mix and cold milk in a bowl for 2 minutes until thick.
  2. Fold in whipped topping until mixture is smooth and fluffy.
  3. Layer graham crackers on the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish.
  4. Spread half the pudding mixture over crackers.
  5. Add another layer of graham crackers, then the remaining pudding mixture.
  6. Finish with a final layer of graham crackers.
  7. Microwave frosting 15–20 seconds until pourable. Spread over top.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.

Notes

  • Chocolate pudding can be used instead of vanilla.

  • Homemade ganache makes a great frosting substitute.

  • Best enjoyed after chilling overnight.

  • Not suitable for freezing due to texture changes.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 310