Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 12
Description:
Indulge in the heavenly goodness of Chocolate Eclair Cake with this delightful recipe. Layers of honey graham crackers sandwich French vanilla instant pudding and creamy Cool Whip, all topped with a decadent chocolate glaze. Perfect for those sweet cravings or to impress guests at your next gathering!
Ingredients:
- 1 package honey graham crackers
- 2 packages French vanilla instant pudding
- 1 large tub Cool Whip
- 3 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups milk (additional)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
- Line a buttered 9 x 12-inch dish with a layer of honey graham crackers, ensuring the bottom is fully covered.
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Make the Pudding Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine French vanilla instant pudding mix with 3 cups of milk, whisking until smooth.
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Incorporate Cool Whip:
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip into the pudding mixture until well combined.
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Layer the Ingredients:
- Pour half of the pudding mixture over the layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly.
- Create the second layer by adding another layer of honey graham crackers on top of the pudding mixture.
- Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of graham crackers.
- Finish by adding a final layer of honey graham crackers on top.
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Prepare the Chocolate Glaze:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with 3 cups of milk, stirring until smooth.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and gradually beat in 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar until the glaze is thick and glossy.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the chocolate glaze evenly over the top layer of graham crackers, ensuring full coverage.
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Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set properly.
- Once chilled, slice the Chocolate Eclair Cake into squares and serve chilled.
Enjoy the luscious layers of this delightful Chocolate Eclair Cake that’s sure to become a favorite dessert among family and friends!
