Best 6 A Different Chocolate Eclair Cake Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exceptional Chocolate Éclair Cake, a masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any occasion. This exquisite dessert seamlessly blends the richness of chocolate with the delicate texture of éclairs, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures. Discover the art of crafting this extraordinary cake through our comprehensive recipe, which guides you step-by-step in creating the perfect balance of flavors.

Alongside the Chocolate Éclair Cake, embark on a journey of culinary delights with our curated collection of additional recipes featured in this article. Treat yourself to the classic French Éclairs, delicate pastries filled with luscious crème pâtissière and enrobed in a decadent chocolate glaze. For a delightful twist, try our Éclair Cake Pops, bite-sized morsels of chocolate cake and éclair filling dipped in rich chocolate.

Experience the irresistible Éclair Mille-Feuille, a tower of crispy puff pastry layers alternating with layers of delectable chocolate mousse and creamy pastry cream. Indulge in the decadent Éclair Profiteroles, choux pastry puffs filled with a velvety chocolate mousse and drizzled with a luscious chocolate sauce.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, transforming ordinary ingredients into extraordinary culinary creations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards achieving pâtisserie perfection.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHOCOLATE ECLAIR CAKE



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This no-bake easy chocolate eclair cake is the recipe my mom used to make, and one of my family's favorites. Inspired by the chocolate eclair cake Portillo's serves, it comes together in about ten minutes-all you have to do is make it the day before you need it, put it down on the table with some forks, and get out of the way.

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
3 1/2 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (thawed)
1 box graham crackers
1 can dark chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth. Fold in whipped topping.
  • Line bottom of a 9-inch x 13-inch pan with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking some if necessary to fill the layer. Pour half the pudding mixture over the crackers and spread evenly.
  • Top with another layer of crackers. Pour the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of crackers and top with a third layer of crackers.
  • Carefully spread the frosting over the top layer of graham crackers. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight. Serve chilled and store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 195 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE ECLAIR CAKE



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Chocolate graham crackers layered between creamy vanilla custard, topped with chocolate glaze. Very rich and habit forming. Everyone I have made this for has fallen in love with it!

Provided by Linda Rex

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (3 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (16 ounce) package chocolate graham crackers
¼ cup milk
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pudding mix and 3 cups milk; mix well. Fold in whipped topping and beat with mixer for 2 minutes.
  • In a buttered 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of graham crackers on the bottom of the dish.
  • Spread 1/2 of the pudding mixture over crackers, then top with graham crackers. Spread remaining pudding over crackers; top second pudding layer with another layer of crackers.
  • To make topping: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine 1/4 cup milk, cocoa and sugar and allow to boil for 1 minute; remove from heat and add butter and vanilla. Mix well and cool.
  • Pour sauce over graham cracker layer and refrigerate until set; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.7 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 385.3 mg, Sugar 49.7 g

CHOCOLATE ECLAIR CAKE



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I had this at a Christmas gathering. A friend of mine since we were little, Glenda Helton Clark, made it and it was absolutely delicious. I asked her for the recipe and here it is. Enjoy!!

Provided by Cathy Smith

Categories     Cakes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 small boxes of french vanilla pudding
3 c milk
1 box graham crackers
1 small cool whip
FROSTING
1 stick margarine
3 Tbsp cocoa
6 Tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla
1 box powdered sugar
OR
1 container chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • 1. Mix pudding and milk stirring often until pudding sets up. Fold in cool whip.
  • 2. In a 9x13 pan,place a layer of graham crackers in bottom. Spoon half of the pudding mixture on top of the of graham crackers. Place another layer of graham crackers and put remaining pudding. Finish with last layer of crackers.
  • 3. FROSTING:Mix margarine, cocoa, and milk together in a pot and heat on the stove until it bubbles. Add powdered sugar, stirring until completely blended. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Pour immediately over the top of graham crackers until completely covered.
  • 4. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours before serving. Makes 12 servings
  • 5. Alternative frosting: Open chocolate frosting container, remove all aluminum foil from top. Microwave for 45 to 60 seconds until smooth and thin. Pour over cake as with the homemade frosting.

A DIFFERENT CHOCOLATE ECLAIR CAKE (DESSERT)



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Most Eclair Cakes or Desserts use Graham Crackers. I find that by using Club Crackers, the desert actually tastes more like a true Chocolate Eclair. I find its not as sweet using the Club Crackers also. If you don't want to make the frosting, use a ready made chocolate fudge frosting. Just heat for a few seconds so its pourable. Cook time is chill time. To make it lighter, you can use sugar free pudding, low fat milk, low fat Club crackers, and sugar free Cool Whip.

Provided by Briteyz

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h45m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) box Club crackers
2 (3 1/2 ounce) boxes vanilla instant pudding mix
3 cups milk
1 (9 ounce) Cool Whip, thawed
2 ounces chocolate squares
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Arrange Club crackers on the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan, to completely cover bottom in a single layer.
  • Mix pudding and milk, then fold in cool whip.
  • Pour pudding mixture on layer of Club crackers, then add another layer of crackers,to completely cover top in a single layer. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Melt chocolate and butter together. Once combined, add remaining ingredients, stirring until all combined.
  • Pour frosting over chilled cake and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.
  • You will have Club crackers left.

CHOCOLATE ECLAIR CAKE



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My favorite person in the world, my second mom Patty, gave me this easy and delicious recipe. Its the best.

Provided by mspms

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 12h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package graham crackers
2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
4 cups milk
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (16 ounce) package prepared chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan with graham crackers. In a large bowl, combine the milk and vanilla pudding according to directions on box. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread a layer of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Alternate the graham cracker and pudding layers up to the top of the pan. Cook the container of prepared frosting, uncovered in the microwave for 1 minute on half power. Pour over the top of the cake. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 287.2 mg, Sugar 29.2 g

CHOCOLATE ECLAIR DESSERT



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"My father, who's diabetic, loves chocolate and baked goods," explains Owen Jack Hiatt of Colorado Springs, Colorado. "Our whole family can enjoy this beautiful mouthwatering dessert."-Owen Jack Hiatt, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 package (1.5 ounces) instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
2-3/4 cups fat-free milk
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup light chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil, stirring constantly until butter is melted. Reduce heat to low; add the flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until mixture leaves sides of pan and forms a smooth ball. Remove from the heat. , Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter becomes smooth. Spread into a greased and floured 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes or until puffed and golden. Immediately remove from pan and cut in half horizontally. Cool completely. , For filling, beat the pudding mix, milk and cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Just before serving, place bottom eclair layer on a serving platter; cover with filling. Replace top layer and drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 10g fat, Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate, Fiber 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Make sure to use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off.
  • To make the éclairs ahead of time, bake them and let them cool completely. Then, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make the chocolate glaze, use a heavy saucepan to prevent burning. Stir the glaze constantly until it is smooth and glossy.
  • For a neater appearance, dip the éclairs in the glaze one at a time and let the excess glaze drip off before placing them on a wire rack.

Conclusion:

This chocolate éclair cake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, creamy filling, and elegant presentation, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this chocolate éclair cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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