Indulgent No-Bake Caramel Apple Eclair Cake to Wow Your Guests

This Caramel Apple Eclair Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert combining crisp apples with creamy pudding and rich caramel sauce.

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Prep Time 20

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 20

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Apples

3-4 medium apples Select tart varieties like Granny Smith.

For the Spices

1 teaspoon cinnamon Enhances the apple flavors.
0.5 teaspoon nutmeg Adds warmth.

For the Creamy Layer

1 box vanilla pudding mix Follow package instructions.
2 cups cold milk
1 cup whipped topping Makes the pudding fluffy.

For the Base

1 pack graham crackers or ladyfingers Use gluten-free options if needed.

For the Sweetness

1 cup caramel sauce Homemade or store-bought.

For the Garnish (optional)

0.5 cup chopped nuts For added crunch.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
large serving dish or trifle bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Peel and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces. Toss with cinnamon and nutmeg and set aside for 10 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together cold milk and vanilla pudding mix until smooth, then fold in whipped topping.
In a large dish, layer graham crackers, half of the spiced apples, and half of the caramel sauce.
Spread half of the pudding mixture over the caramel layer and repeat the layers.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Before serving, drizzle additional caramel and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

The longer you chill the cake, the better the flavors meld. Adjust caramel sweetness to preference and try mixing apple varieties for balance.

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