Description
Looking for a quick, irresistible dessert that doesn’t require an oven? This No Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake is your perfect match. Made with layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and finished with rich chocolate frosting, this cake is a no-bake masterpiece. It’s one of the best easy dessert ideas for busy days, potluck food ideas, or when you need a sweet treat without turning on the oven. It’s ideal for anyone hunting down easy recipes, quick dessert ideas, or delicious no bake party food.
Ingredients
2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups cold whole milk
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
1 box graham crackers (approximately 18 full sheets)
1 container (16 oz) chocolate frosting
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).
2. Let the pudding sit for 3–5 minutes to fully set.
3. Fold in the whipped topping gently until well combined and fluffy.
4. Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish with a single layer of graham crackers.
5. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers and smooth it out evenly.
6. Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding mixture.
7. Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second cracker layer.
8. Add a final layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding.
9. Microwave the chocolate frosting for 15–20 seconds to soften, then stir and spread it evenly over the top layer.
10. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
11. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
For best results, let the cake chill overnight to soften the graham crackers into a cake-like texture.
If your frosting is too firm, microwave briefly to make it more spreadable—but don’t overheat.
Use full-fat ingredients for the richest flavor and best consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: no bake dessert, easy cake, eclair cake, potluck dessert, chocolate pudding cake, quick dessert, summer dessert, fridge cake, graham cracker dessert