Description
Lemon Eclair Cake is a refreshing no-bake dessert that combines layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and a chocolate topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (3.4-ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups cold milk
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (14-ounce) package graham crackers
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the graham crackers on the bottom.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers, smoothing it out evenly.
- Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding mixture.
- Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of graham crackers.
- Top with the final layer of graham crackers.
- In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, softened butter, 3 tablespoons of milk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Spread the chocolate mixture over the top layer of graham crackers.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Notes
- For a fruity twist, add a layer of fresh berries between the pudding layers.
- Substitute chocolate pudding for vanilla for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg