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Jan 6, 2016

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Eclair Dessert

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My mother has been making a super delicious chocolate eclair dessert for us for years.  It's basically graham crackers layered with pudding and cool whip and topped with hot fudge, and since my hubby's favorite desserts involve pudding or pie, it's one of his favorites.  For his birthday a few weeks ago, he requested chocolate eclair as his birthday dessert, and I decided to take it up a notch and add peanut butter, which is another of his favorites.
He has lots of favorites!  😉

It was an instant hit, with even my pickiest eater loving it!

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Here are the ingredients you need to make this luscious dessert:
Graham crackers (about 20)
2 3.4 ounce boxes French Vanilla Instant Pudding
8 ounces cool whip
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3 cups milk (whichever kind, I always use skim or even rice milk)
1 12.8 ounce jar of hot fudge ice-cream topping

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This recipe goes together so fast, but you do need to allow time to let it chill.  First, mix together the dry pudding with the milk, and then mix in the peanut butter.  Now LIGHTLY whisk in the thawed cool whip, JUST till it's incorporated so it doesn't lose its fluff.
Now you're ready for layering in a 9 x 13 inch pan.  First a layer of graham crackers, then half of the pudding mixture on top of that.  Then another layer of graham crackers and the rest of the pudding, and then one final layer of graham crackers.  Finally, microwave the hot fudge (without the lid), for around 45 seconds and then give it a good stir,  just till it's soft enough to pour over the top, but not burning hot or it will be too "liquidy."   Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least several hours or overnight, then cut into portion sizes and serve.  If you like, top with additional cool whip!

chocolate eclair featured size33It's such a "light" dessert, but the hot fudge gives it a wonderful richness too, and if you're a fan of peanut butter desserts, its got that too!  😀

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Eclair Dessert, Joyful Homemaking
5 from 1 vote

Peanut Butter Chocolate Eclair

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Prep Time:15 mins
Total Time:15 mins

Ingredients

  • Graham crackers about 20
  • 2 3.4 ounce boxes French Vanilla Instant Pudding
  • 8 ounces cool whip
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups milk whichever kind, I always use skim or even rice milk
  • 1 12.8 ounce jar of hot fudge ice-cream topping

Instructions

  • This recipe goes together so fast, but you do need to allow time to let it chill.
  • First, mix together the dry pudding with the milk, and then mix in the peanut butter.
  • Now LIGHTLY whisk in the thawed cool whip, JUST till it’s incorporated so it doesn’t lose its fluff.
  • Now you’re ready for layering in a 9 x 13 inch pan. First a layer of graham crackers, then half of the pudding mixture on top of that. Then another layer of graham crackers and the rest of the pudding, and then one final layer of graham crackers.
  • Finally, microwave the hot fudge (without the lid), for around 45 seconds and then give it a good stir, just till it’s soft enough to pour over the top, but not burning hot or it will be too “liquidy.” Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least several hours or overnight, then cut into portion sizes and serve. If you like, top with additional cool whip!
  • Keep stored in the refrigerator.
Servings: 6

 

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Make sure to keep it stored in the refrigerator so nothing spoils!

chocolate eclair featured size32Enjoy!

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  1. Makin' it Mo'Betta says

    January 6, 2016 at 9:03 pm

    Now you know it's just wrong to post something this yummy looking the first week of the new year, when everyone is on a diet. haha, I'm kidding. I didn't even bother trying to start a diet...but I did get back to the gym this week! Chocolate Eclair Cake is a family favorite, but I usually make a chocolate icing for the top. I like the idea of using hot fudge sauce!

    Reply
    • Margo says

      January 6, 2016 at 9:39 pm

      I know it's true! 😛 My husband went to the YMCA tonight and said it was packed! I told him to wait a few weeks and it won't be so busy!

      Reply
  2. Miz Helen says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    5 stars
    Your Chocolate and Peanut Butter Eclair Dessert looks fantastic! Hope you are having a great day and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  3. dee meekhof says

    January 28, 2016 at 10:25 am

    What is the size of the Cool Whip in the chocolate and peanut butter eclair dessert????????????????????

    Reply
    • Margo says

      January 28, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      I'm so sorry, thanks for catching that! It takes an 8 ounce container of cool whip.

      Reply
  4. Danielle says

    March 29, 2016 at 4:37 pm

    Oh my goodness! That needs to get in my belly right now!!

    Reply
    • Margo says

      March 29, 2016 at 4:46 pm

      I do think you'll enjoy it! 🙂

      Reply

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