Description
This Eclair Icebox Cake is a no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate ganache create a decadent and delicious treat that’s easy to assemble.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups chilled evaporated milk
- 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- 7 ounces instant French vanilla pudding mix (2 3.5-ounce packages)
- 16 ounces graham crackers
Topping:
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Layer Graham Crackers and Pudding: Line a 13×9-inch casserole dish (clear glass is recommended) with a layer of graham crackers. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold evaporated milk until thickened. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Top with another layer of graham crackers, then repeat the layers, ending with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make Ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat heavy cream until bubbles form around the edges (about 180°F). Do not boil. Stir in the chopped chocolate until melted and smooth. Let the ganache cool for about 10 minutes.
- Assemble and Chill: Remove the chilled cake from the refrigerator. Pour the warm ganache over the top layer of graham crackers and smooth with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat evaporated milk.
- You can substitute whipped cream for Cool Whip, but make sure it’s stabilized with gelatin or another stabilizer to prevent it from weeping.
- If you don’t have bittersweet chocolate, you can use semisweet chocolate or dark chocolate.
- This cake is best served chilled, as the graham crackers will soften and become cake-like as they sit.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
