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Best Eclair Cake

A creamy, dreamy eclair cake that melds layers of fluffy cream and soft pastry into an indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 package 14 oz of graham crackers
  • 2 cups of milk
  • 1 package 3.4 oz of instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 package 8 oz of cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 container 8 oz of whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup of chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup of butter
  • 1/4 cup of milk for chocolate icing

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Grease the 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix until it thickens.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
  5. Lay down a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers.
  7. Add another layer of graham crackers on top, followed by the remaining pudding mixture.
  8. Melt the chocolate chips and butter in a saucepan, adding the 1/4 cup of milk until smooth.
  9. Pour the chocolate icing over the top layer of graham crackers.
  10. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

For the best flavor, let the cake chill overnight. Serve with fresh berries for a pop of color.