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Chocolate Eclair Cake

Indulgent Chocolate Eclair Cake That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Chocolate Eclair Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that impresses with creamy layers and rich chocolate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 1 box Graham crackers For layering
  • 3 cups Milk For pudding mixture
For the Pudding Filling
  • 1 box Instant vanilla pudding mix Heart of the cake
  • 1 container Frozen whipped topping Thawed for mixing
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 4 oz Unsweetened chocolate Melt for glaze
  • ¼ cup Butter For a silky texture
  • 2 tablespoons Milk For consistency
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar To sweeten and glaze

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups of milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
  2. Gently fold in half of the thawed whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a 9x13-inch pan, lay a single layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom completely.
  4. Spoon half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers and spread evenly.
  5. Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding mixture and spread the remaining pudding mixture evenly over it.
  6. Finish with one last layer of graham crackers on top.
  7. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt unsweetened chocolate and ¼ cup of butter.
  8. Stir until fully melted and mix in 2 tablespoons of milk and 2 cups of powdered sugar until glossy and pourable.
  9. Pour the chocolate glaze over the top layer of graham crackers and spread it evenly.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to chill and set.
  11. Once chilled, slice into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to layer the graham crackers snugly for stability. Chill thoroughly for best flavor melding.

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