A lightened-up version of the classic no-bake eclair cake made with layers of graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and rich chocolate glaze. Easy, delicious, and perfect for making ahead.
2cupslight whipped topping (such as Truwhip or Cool Whip)
9full sheetgraham crackers, broken in half
Chocolate Fudge Glaze
Instructions
In a medium bowl whisk together the pudding mix and milk until it is smooth and lump free. Gently fold in the vanilla and whipped topping.
Break the graham cracker sheets in half. Arrange 9 of the 18 halves in the bottom of an 8-inch square pan. (Note: there will be a little space between each cracker and the sides of the pan which is fine. )
Top the crackers with the pudding mixture, spreading evenly to cover. Arrange the remaining 9 graham crackers on top of the pudding.
Prepare the chocolate fudge glaze (https://simple-nourished-living.com/skinny-chocolate-fudge-glaze/) and while it is still warm, spread it evenly over the graham crackers.
Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight before serving.
Cut into 9 even pieces: 3 times each way.
Notes
Serving size: 1 piece (1/9th recipe)WW Points: 8Check your WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app. (Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)4PointsPlus (Old plan)For best results this eclair cake needs to be kept refrigerated until you're ready to serve it and then promptly returned to the refrigerator to ensure that it doesn't soften up too much.
Easy Variations
Chocolate Lovers Version
Use chocolate pudding and chocolate graham crackers.
Banana Eclair Cake
Use banana cream pudding and add thinly sliced bananas between the layers.
Lemon Icebox Cake
Use lemon pudding and top with fresh berries.
Cheesecake Version
Use cheesecake-flavored pudding for a rich cheesecake-inspired dessert.
Cookies and Cream
Use cookies and cream pudding and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.Different Graham Cracker and/or Cookie Flavors - Cinnamon grahams, chocolate grahams, Oreo Cookie Thins, Chocolate Chip Cookie Thins, Vanilla Wafers, Chocolate Wafers, Ginger Snaps, etc.