No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake

Indulge in a heavenly dessert experience with this No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake. Perfect for a gathering or a special treat during Ramadan, this cake combines the creamy texture of vanilla pudding, layered with tender lady fingers and finished off with a rich chocolate ganache. The flavors meld together beautifully, tasting just like an authentic éclair.

Ingredients

Pudding Mixture:
📦 1 (5.1 oz) family size vanilla Instant pudding mix
🥛 3 cups whole milk (for the pudding)
🥄 1 (8 oz) container of cool whip (thawed)
🍰 44 lady fingers
🥛 2 cups milk (for dipping the lady fingers)

Chocolate Ganache:
🍫 1.5 cups chocolate chips
🍶 1.5 cups heavy cream

Garnish:
🍪 Crushed lady fingers

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pudding Mixture:

• In a large bowl, mix the vanilla pudding mix with 3 cups of milk until well blended.
• Gently fold in the thawed cool whip until evenly combined.

2- Layer the Lady Fingers:

• Pour 2 cups of milk into a small bowl.
• Quickly dip each lady finger into the milk—ensure they are not soaked—and place them in a single layer on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. This should be 22 lady fingers.

3- Add Pudding Layers:

• Spread half of the pudding mixture over the layered lady fingers evenly.
• Add another layer of dipped lady fingers on top, using the remaining 22, and spread the rest of the pudding mixture over these.

4- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

• Place the heavy cream into a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave for about 2 minutes until hot.
• Add the chocolate chips to the hot cream and let it sit for 4–5 minutes. Afterward, whisk together until smooth and fully combined.

5- Finish the Cake:

• Pour the warm ganache over the pudding layers, spreading it smoothly across the top.
• Refrigerate the cake until the ganache is set. Before serving, garnish with crushed lady fingers.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
Total Time: 2 hours (including refrigeration)
Servings: 12
Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
Protein: 5g per serving
Fats: 18g per serving
Carbohydrates: 44g per serving
Equipment: Large mixing bowl, small bowl, whisk, microwave-safe bowl, 9x13-inch baking dish

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the cool whip is thoroughly thawed to blend seamlessly with the pudding.
• Avoid soaking the lady fingers to maintain their structure.

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No-Bake Chocolate Éclair Cake