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No-Bake Lemon Éclair Cake Recipe

No-Bake Lemon Éclair Cake Recipe

4.9 from 21 reviews

Indulge in the refreshing taste of this No-Bake Lemon Éclair Cake, a delightful dessert that’s creamy, cool, and bursting with lemony flavor. Layers of graham crackers, lemon pudding, and a fluffy Cool Whip filling, topped with a luscious lemon frosting, come together to create a heavenly treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Graham Cracker Layer:

  • 1 box graham crackers (14.4 oz)

Lemon Pudding Mixture:

  • 2 boxes instant lemon pudding (3.4 oz each)
  • 3½ cups cold milk
  • 1 tub Cool Whip (8 oz), thawed

Lemon Frosting:

  • 1 can lemon frosting (16 oz)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dish: Give your 9×13-inch dish a light spray of nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Layer Graham Crackers: Create a solid layer of graham crackers at the bottom of the dish.
  3. Mix Lemon Pudding: Whisk together the lemon pudding mixes and cold milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Combine with Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip into the pudding mixture until well combined.
  5. Layer and Repeat: Spread half of the pudding mixture over the crackers, repeat with another layer of crackers, and the remaining pudding.
  6. Top with Frosting: Microwave the lemon frosting, then spread it over the top layer of the cake.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For best results, allow the cake to chill overnight for optimal flavor and texture.
  • You can customize this dessert by adding fresh berries or a sprinkle of lemon zest on top.
  • Feel free to use sugar-free pudding mix and light Cool Whip for a lighter version of this cake.

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Keywords: No-Bake Lemon Éclair Cake, Lemon Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe