No-bake chocolate eclair cake

Here’s a detailed recipe for a No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake—a creamy, chocolatey dessert that tastes like a traditional éclair but is super easy to make and doesn’t require baking.

Ingredients

For the Layers:

• 1 (16 oz) package graham crackers

• 2 (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix

• 2 cups cold milk

• 8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided

For the Chocolate Topping:

• 1 (1 oz) unsweetened chocolate square (or ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa)

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• ¼ cup milk

• 2 cups powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Pudding Layer

1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.

2. In another bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).

3. Gently fold 1 cup of whipped topping into the pudding, then fold in the cream cheese mixture until well combined.

2. Assemble the Cake

1. In a 9×13-inch pan, layer graham crackers evenly on the bottom. You may need to break some to fit.

2. Spread half of the cream cheese-pudding mixture over the graham crackers.

3. Add another layer of graham crackers.

4. Spread the remaining cream cheese-pudding mixture over the second graham cracker layer.

5. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.

3. Make the Chocolate Topping

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and unsweetened chocolate, stirring until smooth.

2. Remove from heat and stir in milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.

3. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly before pouring over the top layer of graham crackers. Spread evenly.

4. Chill

• Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

• This allows the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld.

5. Serve

• Slice into squares and serve chilled.

• Optional: Garnish with extra whipped topping or chocolate shavings.

✅ Tips:

• For extra gooeyness, lightly brush graham crackers with milk before spreading pudding.

• You can substitute chocolate pudding or add a drizzle of caramel for a twist.