
This No Bake Eclair Icebox Cake is a delightful dessert that combines layers of creamy filling and graham crackers, mimicking the flavors of a classic eclair. It’s an easy and quick dessert recipe that requires no baking, making it perfect for warm weather or last-minute gatherings.
With its rich chocolate topping and smooth vanilla filling, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. You can prepare it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Easy No Bake Eclair Icebox Cake
This dessert features layers of graham crackers, a luscious vanilla pudding mixture, and a chocolate glaze. The recipe takes about 20 minutes to prepare, plus chilling time, and serves 8 people.
Ingredients
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 box (14.4 oz) graham crackers
- 1 cup chocolate frosting or chocolate ganache
- Optional: chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until well combined.
- Layer the Cake: In a 9×13 inch dish, place a layer of graham crackers on the bottom. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the crackers. Repeat with another layer of graham crackers and the remaining pudding mixture. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Add Chocolate Topping: Spread the chocolate frosting or ganache evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Serve: Cut into squares and garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles if desired. Serve chilled.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 servings
- Calories: 300kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 40g