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Apple Eclair Cake Recipe

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This Apple Eclair Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring layers of cinnamon graham crackers, spiced apple pie filling, and creamy vanilla pudding, topped with a luscious caramel sauce. Perfectly chilled to meld the flavors together, it offers a sweet and comforting treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Apple Filling

  • 1½ (20-ounce) cans apple pie filling (30 ounces total)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Cake Layers

  • 1 box cinnamon graham crackers

Pudding Cream

  • 2 (3.4-ounce) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Caramel Topping

  • Homemade caramel sauce (amount as desired for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apple Filling: Place the apple pie filling into a bowl and use scissors to cut the apple pieces into smaller chunks. Stir in the ground cinnamon and nutmeg to evenly spice the mixture, then set it aside.
  2. Make the Pudding Mixture: In a separate large bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and powdered sugar. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then use a hand mixer to beat the mixture until it becomes creamy and thick, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Layer the Cake: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, create a base layer by placing a single layer of cinnamon graham crackers evenly across the bottom.
  4. First Layer of Filling: Spoon half of the prepared apple pie filling over the graham crackers, spreading it out gently to cover them.
  5. First Layer of Pudding: Spoon half of the vanilla pudding mixture over the apple filling, smoothing it evenly.
  6. Second Layer: Add another single layer of cinnamon graham crackers atop the pudding layer carefully to maintain the structure.
  7. Second Layer of Filling: Spoon the remaining half of the apple pie filling over the second cracker layer.
  8. Second Layer of Pudding: Spoon the rest of the vanilla pudding mixture over the apple filling and spread it evenly.
  9. Top Layer: Finish with another layer of cinnamon graham crackers on top of the pudding layer.
  10. Add Caramel Topping: Heat the homemade caramel sauce in the microwave until warm and pourable. Carefully pour the caramel evenly over the top layer of graham crackers and smooth it out with a spatula.
  11. Chill the Cake: Place the assembled cake into the refrigerator and chill for at least 4-6 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the graham crackers to soften. For best results, chill overnight before serving.

Notes

  • Cutting the apple filling into smaller pieces helps distribute the fruit evenly and makes layering easier.
  • For a firmer pudding layer, be careful not to overbeat the cream mixture.
  • The cake must be chilled for several hours to allow the graham crackers to absorb moisture and soften without baking.
  • Homemade caramel sauce enhances flavor, but store-bought caramel can be substituted for convenience.
  • This dessert is best served cold and can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/apple-eclair-cake-recipe/