Description
Caramel Apple Eclair Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that perfectly marries the flavors of rich caramel and crisp apples in a creamy, eclair-inspired texture. This easy-to-make cake features layers of graham crackers, luscious vanilla pudding, and sweet apple pie filling, all topped with decadent caramel sauce. Ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat at home, this dessert is sure to impress friends and family alike. With its comforting flavors and simple preparation, Caramel Apple Eclair Cake quickly becomes a favorite at any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box graham crackers (about 12–14 full crackers)
- 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let sit for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until well combined.
- Layer graham crackers in a 9×13 inch baking dish, followed by half of the pudding mixture and half of the apple pie filling.
- Repeat layers with more graham crackers, pudding, and apple filling.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with ground cinnamon if desired.
- Cover and chill for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg