No Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake

Absolutely! Here’s the full recipe for the No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake, a cool, creamy, and decadent dessert that tastes just like a classic chocolate éclair — but in cake form. No oven required!

🍫 No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake

📦 Ingredients:

• 1 box (14.4 oz) graham crackers (about 1½ sleeves)

• 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix

• 2½ cups cold milk

• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

• 1 tub (16 oz) chocolate frosting
  (or see homemade ganache option below)

🥣 Instructions:

1. Make the Filling:
   In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and creamy.

2. Layer the Graham Crackers:
   In a 9×13″ baking dish, place a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to cover the bottom completely.

3. Add the Pudding Mixture:
   Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the crackers.

4. Repeat Layers:
   Add another layer of graham crackers, then the rest of the pudding mixture, and top with a final layer of graham crackers.

5. Frost the Top:
   Microwave the chocolate frosting for about 15 seconds to make it easier to spread, then evenly spread it over the top layer of graham crackers.

6. Chill:
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight. This softens the graham crackers and turns the layers into a cake-like texture.

7. Serve:
   Slice into squares and serve cold. Store leftovers in the fridge.

🍫 Optional Homemade Chocolate Ganache Topping:

If you’d prefer a richer, smoother chocolate topping:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Heat the cream in a small saucepan or microwave until hot (just before boiling).

2. Pour over the chocolate chips in a bowl.

3. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

4. Let it cool slightly before spreading over the top layer.

🔄 Flavor Variations:

• Chocolate pudding instead of vanilla = double chocolate delight

• Add a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries between pudding layers

• Use chocolate graham crackers for extra richness

• Add a dash of espresso powder to the pudding for mocha flavor