Recipes Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Éclair Cake 4.8 (1,155) 942 Reviews 54 Photos This éclair cake is a very quick and simple no-bake dessert. It uses graham crackers and a pudding mixture. It tastes just like an éclair, but there is enough for a crowd! It is a great recipe for children who are learning to cook since there is no baking involved or any power kitchen tools. Just a bowl and a spoon! Recipe by Cathy Gordon Updated on February 23, 2023 Save Saved! View All Saved Items Rate Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Add Photo 54 54 54 54 Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 4 hrs Total Time: 4 hrs 25 mins Servings: 14 Yield: 1 9x13-inch pan Jump to Nutrition Facts This irresistible eclair cake recipe comes together super easily with just five ingredients! Éclair Cake Ingredients These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this decadent éclair cake recipe: Milk: This rich and creamy eclair cake starts with three cups of milk. Whipped topping and pudding mix: A container of frozen whipped topping and two packages of instant vanilla pudding mix are the convenient secret ingredients. Graham crackers: Layers of graham crackers break up the creamy layers with welcome crunch. Chocolate frosting: The recipe calls for a package of chocolate frosting, but you can make homemade frosting if you want to go the extra mile. How to Make Éclair Cake You’ll find the step-by-step recipe with detailed instructions below, but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this éclair cake at home: Stir the milk, whipped topping, and pudding mix together. Line a baking pan with graham crackers.Spread half of the whipped topping mixture on top of the graham crackers.Repeat once, ending with a layer of graham crackers. Chill the cake, cover with frosting, then chill again. Can You Make Éclair Cake Ahead of Time? Yes! Since the éclair cake is served chilled, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert. You can store it for up to five days, but it will be best in the first day or two — the graham crackers will likely become a bit soggy over time. How to Store Éclair Cake Cover the éclair cake tightly (or place it in an airtight storage container) and store in the refrigerator for up to five days. Can You Freeze Éclair Cake? Yes, you can freeze éclair cake for up to three months. Wrap the cake (pan and all) in a layer of storage wrap, then follow it up with a layer of aluminum foil. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise “I loved how quick, easy, and efficient it was,” raves one Allrecipes community member.”My kids can make this safely at home and it's great for selling at our grocery store with minimal expense! To top it off, it's delicious.” “Excellent,” according to gamma penny. “Served at our group dinner and everyone wanted the recipe. So easy. I made a chocolate ganache (dark chocolate chips) in place of icing.” “This is an easy, DELICIOUS recipe,” says ERIKANELSON. “ I get requests to make it at least once every holiday season. I add a bit of pure vanilla extract to the pudding mixture to intensify the vanilla flavor.” Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Ingredients 3 cups milk 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix 1 (16 ounce) package graham cracker squares 1 (16 ounce) package prepared chocolate frosting Directions Stir milk, whipped topping, and pudding mix together in a medium bowl until well combined. Arrange a single layer of graham cracker squares in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan. Evenly spread half of the pudding mixture over the crackers; top with another layer of crackers and the remaining pudding mixture. Top with a final layer of graham crackers. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Spread frosting over the chilled cake up to the edges of the pan. Cover again and chill for at least 3 1/2 hours before serving. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 395 Calories 14g Fat 65g Carbs 5g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 14 Calories 395 % Daily Value * Total Fat 14g 18% Saturated Fat 7g 33% Cholesterol 4mg 1% Sodium 481mg 21% Total Carbohydrate 65g 23% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Total Sugars 46g Protein 5g Vitamin C 0mg 1% Calcium 74mg 6% Iron 2mg 9% Potassium 191mg 4% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved