Description
No-bake lemon éclair cake layered with graham crackers, lemon pudding, Cool Whip, and lemon frosting—cool, creamy, and effortless.
Ingredients
- 1 (14.4-oz) box graham crackers
- 2 (3.4-oz) boxes instant lemon pudding
- 3½ cups milk
- 1 (8-oz) container Cool Whip,, thawed
- 1 (16-oz) can lemon frosting
Equipment
- Hand Mixer
- Mixing Bowls
- 9×13-inch Baking Dish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Lemon Pudding
In a large mixing bowl, add both boxes of instant lemon pudding. Pour in the milk and whisk for 2 minutes until thick and smooth.
Step 2: Fold in the Whipped Topping
Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the pudding mixture until fully combined. The mixture should be light, fluffy, and evenly blended.
Step 3: Layer the Graham Crackers
Arrange a single layer of graham crackers across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, breaking crackers as needed to fit snugly.
Step 4: Add the Pudding Layer
Spread half of the lemon pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers using a spatula.
Step 5: Repeat the Layers
Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by the remaining pudding mixture. Smooth the top evenly.
Step 6: Final Graham Cracker Layer
Top with one final layer of graham crackers, covering the entire surface.
Step 7: Warm and Spread the Frosting
Remove the lid and foil seal from the lemon frosting. Microwave uncovered for 20–30 seconds until pourable. Stir well.
Pour the frosting over the top graham cracker layer and spread evenly to the edges.
Step 8: Chill to Set
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften into cake-like layers.
Notes
Instant pudding is required; cook-and-serve will not set properly
Allow full chilling time for clean slices
Graham crackers soften fully after several hours
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lemon eclair cake, no bake lemon dessert, lemon icebox cake, easy lemon cake