A Better Chocolate Eclair Cake
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of "A Better Chocolate Eclair Cake," a no-bake dessert that combines layers of buttery graham crackers, velvety vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped topping, crowned with a luscious homemade chocolate ganache. This easy-to-prepare treat takes just 20 minutes of prep time before chilling to perfection in your fridge, making it ideal for gatherings or weeknight indulgence. The rich, smooth ganache—crafted from semi-sweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, and a touch of butter—adds a gourmet finish to every bite. Perfectly layered and delightfully creamy, this crowd-pleasing eclair cake delivers all the classic flavors of a pastry shop favorite in a simple yet stunning no-bake format. Serve chilled for the ultimate dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 sheets Graham crackers
- 2 packages Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups Cold milk
- 16 ounces Whipped topping (thawed)
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mixes and cold milk. Whisk for about 2-3 minutes until the pudding thickens.
Once thickened, gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Set aside.
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit the bottom of the dish.
Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham cracker layer.
Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding mixture, followed by the remaining half of the pudding mixture. Smooth it out evenly.
Top the pudding layer with a final layer of graham crackers. Set the dish aside while preparing the chocolate ganache.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter. Heat in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture. Allow the ganache to cool slightly for 3-5 minutes to thicken a bit.
Pour the ganache evenly over the top layer of graham crackers in the baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it smoothly and ensure the crackers are fully covered.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the layers to soften and meld together.
Before serving, dust the top lightly with powdered sugar if desired.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your rich and creamy chocolate eclair cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 285.5 g | 366% | |
| Saturated Fat | 164.3 g | 822% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 4011 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 656.6 g | 239% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 469.8 g | ||
| Protein | 51.4 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.4 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 982 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1409 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
