Peanut Butter Eclair Cake is a no-bake dessert that’s creamy, indulgent, and so easy to make. It has layers of graham crackers, a rich peanut butter filling, and a luscious chocolate topping. The best part? You can make it ahead, and the flavors get better after sitting in the fridge for a few hours. Here’s a simple recipe!
Peanut Butter Eclair Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
For the peanut butter layer:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 (8 oz) tub of whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the chocolate topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
For the assembly:
- 1 box of graham crackers (about 9-12 full sheets)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and peanut butter, and continue mixing until creamy and well combined.
- Fold in the whipped topping until it’s fully incorporated and the filling is light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, lay down a layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom of the dish.
- Spread half of the peanut butter filling over the graham crackers, smoothing it into an even layer.
- Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the filling, followed by the remaining peanut butter mixture. Spread it evenly to cover the crackers.
- Make the Chocolate Topping:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips and heavy cream in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the top layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill:
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight. This helps the graham crackers soften and gives the cake time to set.
- Serve:
- Once chilled, slice the Peanut Butter Eclair Cake into squares and serve! It’s rich, creamy, and so delicious.
Tips:
- For extra flavor: You can sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the chocolate layer or drizzle some caramel sauce for a fun twist.
- For a thicker filling: If you want a more substantial peanut butter layer, you can add a little more peanut butter or cream cheese.
- Make ahead: This cake gets better after sitting in the fridge for a few hours, so it’s perfect for making the night before a party or gathering.
This Peanut Butter Eclair Cake is the ultimate dessert for peanut butter lovers, and it’s so simple to throw together. Let me know if you try it out!
