Here’s a super easy, crowd-pleasing No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake recipe — layers of creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and graham crackers all topped with a rich chocolate glaze. It’s like an eclair in cake form, no oven required!
🍫🍰 No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🧊 Chill Time: 4+ hours (or overnight)
🍽️ Serves: 8-10
🧂 Ingredients
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3 cups cold milk
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2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
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8 oz (1 tub) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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1 (14 oz) box graham crackers
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1 (1 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
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1 1/2 cups milk (for chocolate pudding)
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk)
🔥 Instructions
1. Make the vanilla pudding layer:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
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Gently fold in the whipped topping until combined.
2. Layer the cake:
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In a 9×13 inch dish, spread a thin layer of the pudding mixture.
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Add a layer of graham crackers (covering the bottom).
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Repeat layering: pudding mixture, graham crackers, until you end with a layer of pudding mixture on top (about 3 layers).
3. Make the chocolate topping:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together chocolate pudding mix and 1 1/2 cups milk until thickened.
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In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until just simmering, then pour over chocolate chips. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
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Spread the chocolate pudding evenly over the top layer of pudding.
4. Chill:
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let graham crackers soften and flavors meld.
5. Serve:
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Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the layers of creamy vanilla, soft graham crackers, and chocolate topping!
💡 Tips & Variations
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Substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
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Add sliced bananas between layers for a fruity twist.
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Use chocolate graham crackers for extra chocolate flavor.
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For a dairy-free version, use plant-based pudding mixes and whipped topping.