This no-bake Chocolate Eclair Cake combines layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate ganache for a deliciously easy dessert. It's an excellent dessert option to serve or bring to parties all year long.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Additional Time8 hourshrs
Total Time8 hourshrs20 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Dessert
Keyword: Chocolate Eclair Cake, Chocolate Ganache Topping, Easy Layered Cake, Family Friendly Dessert, Graham Cracker Cake, Make-Ahead Dessert, No-Bake Dessert, Simple Party Cake, Summer Dessert Idea, Vanilla Pudding Dessert
In a mixing bowl, add pudding mix and whisk in milk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in whipped topping thoroughly.
2 packages Vanilla Instant Pudding, 4 cup milk, 16 oz whipped topping
Place a layer of graham crackers in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Spread half the pudding mixture over the crackers, add another layer of crackers, and top with the remaining pudding mixture. Refrigerate while preparing ganache.
18 whole graham crackers
To make ganache, heat heavy whipping cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to boil. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips, ensuring all are covered with cream. Let stand for 5 minutes, stir until smooth, and let cool for 10 more minutes. Spread ganache evenly over the pudding layers. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
1 cup heavy whipping cream, 8 oz chocolate chips
Before serving, score the ganache and cut the cake. Optional: garnish with fresh mint leaves. Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.
Fresh mint leaves
Notes
Whisk pudding until smooth before adding toppings.
Chill cake overnight to set properly.
Score ganache before cutting for neat slices.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.