Description
Silky layers of pure indulgence define this Chilled Eclair Delight no-bake cake, blending classic French pastry with modern cool simplicity. Cream cheese, whipped goodness, and graham cracker base create a dreamy dessert you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base:
- 1 box (14.4 ounces / 408 grams) graham crackers
- 2 boxes (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) cold milk
- 1 tub (8 ounces / 226 grams) Cool Whip, thawed
Chocolate Glaze:
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter
Instructions
- Craft the velvety pudding foundation by blending instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk, whisking vigorously for approximately two minutes until the mixture transforms into a luxurious, thickened consistency. Gently incorporate Cool Whip, ensuring a seamless integration of textures.
- Construct the cake’s architectural base by arranging a precise layer of graham crackers across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking vessel. Lavishly distribute half of the prepared pudding mixture, creating a smooth, even blanket over the crackers.
- Establish the second tier by positioning another stratum of graham crackers atop the initial pudding layer. Cascade the remaining pudding mixture, ensuring complete coverage and a uniform surface.
- Crown the creation with a final graham cracker layer, preparing the canvas for the rich chocolate glaze.
- Fabricate the glossy chocolate topping by merging cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continuously stir until the butter liquefies and the mixture achieves a silky, harmonious consistency.
- Remove the glaze from heat, infusing it with vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool and slightly thicken for 5-10 minutes, enhancing its spreadability.
- Drizzle the chocolate glaze across the uppermost graham cracker layer, using a spatula to create an impeccably even coating.
- Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of four hours, permitting the layers to solidify and the flavors to intertwine magnificently. Overnight chilling intensifies the taste profile.
- When ready to serve, slice the chilled eclair-inspired delight and indulge in its creamy, decadent layers.
Notes
- Customize the graham cracker base by substituting with gluten-free crackers or chocolate wafers for different dietary needs.
- Reduce sugar content by using sugar-free pudding mix and low-fat Cool Whip for a lighter version of the dessert.
- Create flavor variations by swapping vanilla pudding with chocolate or butterscotch pudding for a unique twist.
- Enhance texture and taste by sprinkling crushed nuts or chocolate chips between layers for added crunch and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg