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No-Bake Lemon Eclair Cake

A refreshing no-bake dessert featuring layers of lemon pudding and graham crackers, topped with lemon frosting.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box 14.4 oz graham crackers
  • 2 packages 3.4 oz instant lemon pudding mix
  • 3.5 cups cold milk (whole or 2% recommended)
  • 1 container 8 oz frozen Cool Whip, thawed
  • 1 can 16 oz lemon frosting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside.
  2. Line the bottom of the dish with a single layer of whole graham crackers, breaking some as needed to fill in any gaps.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon pudding mix with cold milk. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture at medium speed for 2 minutes until it thickens.
  4. Gently stir in the thawed Cool Whip until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
  5. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Add another layer of graham crackers, repeat with the remaining pudding mixture, and finish with a final layer of graham crackers.
  6. Microwave the lemon frosting uncovered for 30–40 seconds to loosen it, then pour it evenly over the top layer of graham crackers.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or overnight for the best flavor and structure.
Serving
  1. Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled, garnished with fresh berries or a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.
Storage
  1. Store the cake covered tightly with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Notes

For a more intense lemon flavor, add a tablespoon of freshly grated lemon zest to the pudding. For a less sweet option, consider using cream cheese frosting instead of lemon frosting. Feel free to experiment with other flavors, such as vanilla or white chocolate pudding.