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Chocolate Eclair Cake

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate eclair cake, graham cracker dessert, no-bake dessert
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 12

Equipment

  • Equipment
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand whisk
  • Rubber spatula

Ingredients

  • 3 boxes 14.4 oz each graham crackers
  • 2 packages 3.4 oz each instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup butter

Optional toppings

  • Fresh berries
  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Chopped nuts
  • Instructions

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until it begins to thicken.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until it begins to thicken. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture with a rubber spatula until fully combined.
  • Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
  • Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
  • Add a second layer of graham crackers.
  • Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of graham crackers.
  • Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture over the top layer of graham crackers and spread evenly.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

For the cleanest cuts, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry before each slice.