No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe 

_{This No-Bake Eclair Cake is the perfect dessert to whip up in a snap and serve for any occasion. Made vanilla pudding mixed with whipped cream and layered between graham crackers, then topped with sweet chocolate frosting.}

No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe 

Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes Additional Time: 6 Hours Total Time: 25 Minutes Servings: 1 Cake

Don’t feel like baking, but want a delicious dessert? Hey, we’ve got you covered. No need to heat the oven, dessert can be made without it! This chocolate eclair cake is an easy, no-bake dessert that resembles chocolate eclairs.

I love that this cake is perfect for any season, but I truly enjoy eating it in the summer months. It is light, refreshing, and cool. And everyone loves this cake because it’s chocolatey and decadent –Bonus for the maker…it is simple and stress-free!

Look for more delicious no-bake desserts and love icebox cakes. You may also want to try our Southern Banana Pudding Poke Cake or this Cookies and Cream Poke Cake.

Why You Will Love This Cake

• It is quick and easy! There’s no fancy springform pan, no water bath. No muss, no fuss. Just a simple, straightforward, delicious elcair cake! If you need more simple dessert recipes, be sure to check out my chocolate peanut butter crunch bars, cream cheese strawberry fruit dip, and blueberry sour cream pound cake.
• They’re great for a crowd! Cheesecake is always a hit at any family get-together or party. This cake is made in a 9×13 pan, which means everyone at the party can have a slice!
• The flavors are amazing! There’s a time and a place for this classic eclair cake. I will ALWAYS choose graham cracker layers filled with vanilla pudding, and topped with chocolate frosting over a plain Jane cake every single time!

Ingredients Needed

If you scroll down, you will find the exact measurements and full recipe instructions.

• Graham crackers – I love to say that graham crackers are the star to laying the filling. You can choose to let them soak up all the filling to make it soft or you can simply serve a few hours after making for a nice crunch.
• Instant vanilla pudding – Instant pudding, made with whole milk combined with delicious whipped topping, make up the filling in each layer. It is silk smooth and refreshing.
• Chocolate frosting – I use store-bought chocolate frosting for the topping. It is a short-cut that I love. Plus, it makes this recipe super simple to make.

You can swap out the canned frosting for your favorite homemade recipe.

How to Make This No-Bake Eclair Cake

STEP ONE: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the instant pudding and the milk. Let it sit until the pudding firms up. Roughly 3 – 5 minutes.

STEP TWO: Then gently fold in the whipped cream.

STEP THREE: Lightly spray a 9 x 13-inch glass pan with nonstick cooking spray. Place a layer of whole graham crackers on the bottom of the pan. You may need to break some graham crackers apart to cover the entire bottom of the pan.

STEP FOUR: Spread half of the pudding mixture on top of the crackers. Layer another layer of graham crackers over the pudding mixture. Then layer the other half of the pudding mixture on top of the crackers. Finally, top with a last layer of graham crackers.

STEP FIVE: When using the store-bought frosting, remove the lid and foil liner. Place in the microwave for about 10-12 seconds. Give it a good stir and it will be a lot easier to spread over your eclair cake. Spread chocolate frosting across the entire cake and place in refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.

STEP SIX: Slice into 12 pieces and serve cold. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator! The graham crackers will soften up the longer it sets, which gives it the soft eclair taste.

Smart Recipe Tips

Heat up your store-bought frosting. Place in the microwave for about 10-12 seconds. Give it a good stir and it will be a lot easier to spread over your eclair cake.

Chill for At Least 4 to 6 Hours: Don’t skimp on the chill time for this no-bake dessert – it’s necessary for the cake to reach the right consistency and for it to set up. I know it will be hard, but put your patience to work. The longer you let your cake rest in the fridge, the more your graham cracker layers will soak up any moisture from the pudding. 

Store Covered: Don’t forget to put the lid on your pan or cover it with plastic wrap while the cake chills.

Other Great No-Bake Desserts

Easy No Bake Peppermint Dipped Cookies

Easy Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge Recipe

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars

Easy No Bake Vanilla Cheesecake Cake Pops

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