Easy Eclair Cake

Indulge in the effortless deliciousness of an Easy Eclair Cake, a delectable dessert that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction. With layers of creamy filling and a light, airy crust, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite for any occasion.

Why Make This Recipe

This Easy Eclair Cake recipe is perfect for when you want to impress your guests with a stunning dessert without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s a crowd-pleaser that combines the classic flavors of an eclair in a simple and convenient cake form.

How to Make Easy Eclair Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water


• 1/2 cup butter (melted)


• 1 cup flour


• 4 large eggs


• 1 8 ounce package cream cheese (softened)


• 2 small boxes Vanilla Instant Pudding


• 2 cups heavy whipping cream


• 1 cup Coffeemate (Italian Sweet Cream – creamer)


• 1 8 ounce container Cool Whip


• Chocolate Syrup (to drizzle)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.


2. In a saucepan, melt butter in water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour. Add eggs one at a time, blending well between additions. Spread the dough mixture evenly into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.


3. For the filling, mix cream cheese with the pudding mixture, heavy cream, and creamer until thick. Chill in the refrigerator.


4. Once the crust has cooled, pour the filling on top. Add Cool Whip and drizzle with chocolate syrup. Chill before serving.

How to Serve Easy Eclair Cake

Serve this delightful dessert chilled for the best taste experience. Cut into squares and enjoy the creamy, flavorful layers with a drizzle of chocolate syrup on top.

How to Store Easy Eclair Cake

Store any leftover Eclair Cake in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container. It can be kept for up to 3 days, but is best enjoyed fresh.

Tips to Make Easy Eclair Cake

• Ensure the eggs are room temperature before adding them to the dough mixture for a smoother consistency.


• Allow the pudding mixture to thicken properly in the refrigerator before combining it with the cream cheese for a creamy filling.


• Be gentle when adding the Cool Whip on top of the filling to maintain a light and fluffy texture.

Variation

For a twist on the classic recipe, you can experiment with different flavors of pudding mix such as chocolate or butterscotch for unique taste combinations.

Easy Eclair Cake

Enjoy the simplicity and decadence of this Easy Eclair Cake that is bound to delight your taste buds with its creamy layers and chocolate drizzle. Perfect for any occasion!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Rest Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Course Desert

Servings 12

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

  

Cake Batter

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup butter (melted)
• 1 cup flour
• 4 eggs

Filling and Topping

• 1 package cream cheese (softened)
• 2 boxes Vanilla Instant Pudding
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup Coffeemate (Italian Sweet Cream creamer)
• 1 container Cool Whip
• Chocolate Syrup (to drizzle)

Instructions

 

Making the Cake

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
• In a saucepan, melt butter in water, then remove from heat and stir in flour. Add eggs one at a time and blend well. Spread the dough in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Filling and Assembly

• Mix cream cheese, pudding, cream, and creamer until thick. Chill in the refrigerator.
• Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Top with Cool Whip and drizzle with chocolate syrup. Chill before serving.

Notes

For a richer taste, use dark chocolate syrup. You can also add sliced almonds for extra crunch.

Keyword Chocolate, Crowd-Pleaser, Dessert, Eclair cake, No Bake