Description
A classic, easy-to-make dessert with layers of graham crackers, vanilla pudding, and a rich chocolate glaze. This no-bake cake is perfect for summer parties, family gatherings, or anytime you crave a delicious, creamy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 (14.1 oz) package of graham crackers
- 2 (3.4 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups of milk for about 2 minutes, until smooth and thickened.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined with the pudding mixture.
- Layer the Cake: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, place a single layer of graham crackers at the bottom. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers. Repeat with another layer of graham crackers and then the remaining pudding mixture. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Make the Chocolate Glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cocoa powder, butter, and milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze the Cake: Pour the chocolate glaze over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly.
- Chill: Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This cake needs time to chill to allow the graham crackers to soften, so it’s best to make it ahead of time.
- The longer you let it chill, the better it will taste, so overnight is ideal.
- For a thicker glaze, you can reduce the amount of milk or add a bit more powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg