Chocolate Éclair Dessert
This easy no-bake chocolate éclair dessert is a creamy, dreamy treat made with layers of graham crackers, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and rich chocolate frosting. It’s a crowd-pleaser that tastes like a classic éclair—without the fuss of baking! Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or last-minute cravings.
Ingredients
2 sleeves graham crackers
3 cups cold milk
2 (3 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping (thawed)
1 (16 oz) container prepared chocolate frosting
Instructions
Prep Your Pan:
Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish with a single layer of graham crackers.Make the Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cold milk and vanilla pudding mix for 2 minutes, until thickened.
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined and smooth.Layer the Dessert:
Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers in the pan.
Add another layer of graham crackers over the pudding.
Spread the remaining pudding mixture evenly on top.
Finish with one final layer of graham crackers.Add the Frosting:
Microwave the chocolate frosting for about 15–20 seconds to soften slightly.
Spread the frosting evenly over the top graham cracker layer.Chill:
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften into a cake-like texture.Serve & Enjoy:
Slice into squares and serve chilled!
- Pro Tip
For the smoothest frosting layer, warm the chocolate frosting slightly and spread it with an offset spatula. Want to get fancy? Sprinkle with chocolate shavings or crushed nuts before serving!
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