Ah, the Chocolate Eclair Dessert! It’s one of those desserts that brings back childhood memories for me. I remember my mom making this for special occasions, and it was always the star of the dessert table. The beauty of this dessert lies in its simplicity. It’s made with common ingredients like graham crackers, vanilla pudding, and whipped topping, but when combined together, they create a dessert that’s nothing short of magical. The creamy pudding and whipped topping are sandwiched between layers of crunchy graham crackers, and the whole thing is topped off with a rich chocolate glaze. It’s a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that never fails to impress. But what I love most about this dessert is how easy it is to make. You don’t need to be a whiz in the kitchen to whip this up. Just follow the simple steps, and you’ll have a dessert that’s sure to wow your family and friends. So why not give this recipe a try? I promise you, once you’ve tasted this Chocolate Eclair Dessert, it’ll become a staple in your dessert repertoire!
Ingredients
- 20 (about) graham crackers
- 2 (4 oz.) pkg. vanilla instant pudding mix
- 3 1/2 c. milk
- 8 oz. whipped topping
- 2 pkg. Choco-bake
- 2 tsp. light corn syrup
- 2 tsp. vanilla
- 3 Tbsp. margarine, softened
- 1 1/2 c. confectioners sugar
- 3 Tbsp. milk
Baking Instructions
- Line a buttered 9 x 13-inch serving dish with half the graham crackers.
- Beat pudding mix and 3 1/2 cups milk in mixer bowl for 2 minutes.
- Fold in whipped topping.
- Layer half the pudding mixture, remaining graham crackers and remaining pudding mixture in prepared dish.
- Chill for 2 hours.
- Combine Choco-bake, corn syrup, vanilla and margarine in bowl; beat well.
- Add confectioners sugar and 3 tablespoons milk alternately, beating well after each addition.
- Spread over dessert.
Calorie: 350
Total cooking time: 20 minutes preparation + 2 hours chilling
Difficulty level: Easy
The Grand Eclair Affair
Welcome to another saga in my culinary chronicles, folks! This time, we are stepping into the decadent world of desserts. The star of today’s show? The beloved Chocolate Eclair Dessert. We’ll be using some of the usual suspects – graham crackers, vanilla instant pudding mix, milk, and a few more to whip up this showstopper. So, let’s dive right into this delicious madness.
The Cracker Foundation
First up, the stage had to be set. I grabbed about 20 graham crackers and began to line them up in a buttered 9 x 13-inch serving dish. It was like setting up a delicious tile floor, except no one would be walking on this – they’d be eating it. As I placed each cracker, I wondered if this is how architects feel when they lay the first brick of a building. Then I remembered I was making dessert, not a condo, and moved on.
The Pudding Mix-Up
For the next act, I pulled out 2 (4 oz.) packages of vanilla instant pudding mix and 3 1/2 cups of milk. Into the mixer bowl they went. I beat them for 2 minutes, watching as they transformed from powdery chaos to creamy harmony. It was like watching a rom-com where two complete opposites fall in love. I folded in the whipped topping, and it was like adding a fluffy cloud to this pudding paradise.
Layer it Like a Lasagna
Next came the layering. I spread half the pudding mixture over the graham crackers, like a comforter on a bed. Then I added the remaining graham crackers, creating a sweet sandwich. The remaining pudding mixture was spread on top. It was like making a lasagna, but sweeter and less likely to stain your shirt. The dish then went into the fridge for a 2-hour chill session.
The Chocolate Finale
Finally, it was time for the grand finale – the Choco-bake. I combined 2 packages of it with 2 teaspoons of light corn syrup, 2 teaspoons of vanilla, and 3 tablespoons of margarine. As I beat this mixture, I felt a bit like a mad scientist, creating a chocolatey elixir of delight. Then, in went 1 1/2 cups of confectioners sugar and another 3 tablespoons of milk, added alternately while continuing to beat. The result was a shiny, silky, chocolaty dream. It felt like I had just made the dessert equivalent of a supermodel.
The Final Touch
As a finishing touch, I spread the chocolate mixture over the dessert, like a royal robe. It was a sight to behold. The eclair dessert, in all its glory, was ready. I had done it. I had taken on the grand eclair affair and had emerged victorious.
So there you have it, folks. A chocolate eclair dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. And remember, just like life, cooking is all about having fun and not taking things too seriously. Until the next cooking saga, keep those aprons on and those spoons stirring!
