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Creamy Chocolate Eclair Cake

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A no-bake dessert featuring layers of fluffy vanilla pudding, chocolate frosting, and graham crackers that soak up luscious flavors. Perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz / 96g)
  • 3 cups cold milk (whole or 2%)
  • 8 oz whipped topping (cool whip or homemade whipped cream)
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened (113g)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (180g)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25g)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (30–45 ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 ml)
  • About 45 full sheets graham crackers (regular or cinnamon-flavored)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let sit for 5 minutes to fully set.
  2. Gently fold 8 oz whipped topping into the pudding mixture using a rubber spatula until creamy and fluffy. Set aside.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter until smooth. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa powder. Add 2 tbsp milk and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Beat until creamy and spreadable, adding more milk if needed.
  4. Arrange a single layer of about 15 graham crackers evenly on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish, breaking crackers to fit edges as needed.
  5. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
  6. Place another layer of graham crackers on top, pressing gently.
  7. Spread the entire chocolate frosting evenly over the graham cracker layer.
  8. Add the remaining graham crackers on top, then spread the rest of the pudding mixture over them. Smooth the surface.
  9. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the graham crackers soften and flavors meld.
  10. Cut into squares and serve chilled. Optionally dust with cocoa powder or garnish with shaved chocolate.

Notes

Use gluten-free graham crackers or ladyfingers for gluten-free version. Substitute dairy milk and whipped topping with coconut or almond-based alternatives for dairy-free or vegan options. Chill overnight for best texture and flavor. Avoid freezing the whole cake; freeze individual slices instead.

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