Description
A no-bake dessert featuring layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate frosting. Simple to make yet decadently delicious, it’s perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cold milk
- Two 3-ounce packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
- Graham crackers (enough for 3 layers in a 9×13-inch pan)
- 1 container chocolate frosting (or homemade ganache)
Instructions
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Prepare the Pudding Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cold milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
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Assemble the Layers
- Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking pieces as needed to fit.
- Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
- Add another layer of graham crackers, then the remaining pudding mixture.
- Finish with a final layer of graham crackers.
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Add the Frosting
- Microwave the chocolate frosting for 15–20 seconds to soften, making it easier to spread.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.
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Refrigerate
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften.
Notes
- Make It Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers for a celiac-friendly version.
- Flavor Twist: Substitute vanilla pudding with butterscotch or cheesecake pudding for a unique variation.
- Homemade Frosting Option: Melt equal parts chocolate and cream for a rich ganache topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chocolate Éclair Dessert, No-Bake Dessert, Graham Cracker Pudding Dessert, Easy Chocolate Desserts