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Name: Eclair Cookies
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 6.8 ounces vanilla pudding; 2 cups milk; 1 cup whipped heavy cream, (½ cup liquid will yield 1 cup whipped); 1 vanilla wafer cookies; 1 cup chocolate chips

A close-up shot of Eclair Cookies piled on top of each other.

These easy eclair cookies are a deliciously light and crisp treat that combines a creamy filling between two vanilla wafers and topped with rich chocolate for a delightful snack.

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Eclair Cookies Ingredients
Substitutions And Additions
How To Make This Eclair Cookies Recipe
How To Serve
Storage
Frequently Asked Questions
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Eclair cookies feature all the classic flavors of the famous French pastry transformed into cookie form. With a crunchy vanilla cookie base, creamy pudding, and a decadent chocolate topping, these delectable cookies make the perfect indulgence.

Eclair Cookies Ingredients

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Chocolate eclair cookies have a wonderful balance of crunchiness and creaminess that’s hard to resist.

The cookie base is delightfully crunchy, providing the perfect contrast to the creamy pudding layer in between.

On top is a decadent chocolate topping that adds delicious sweetness with every bite.

You’ll need:

2 (3.4-ounce) boxes of vanilla pudding
2 cups of milk
1 cup of whipped heavy cream (½ cup liquid will yield 1 cup whipped)
1 box of vanilla wafer cookies

For The Topping:

1 cup of chocolate chips

Substitutions And Additions

WHIPPED CREAM: You can swap the whipped heavy cream for Cool Whip or homemade whipped topping.

PUDDING: You can use any flavor of instant pudding to change it up. Banana flavor always goes well with chocolate.

COOKIES: Instead of using vanilla wafers for your eclair cookies, you could also use graham crackers or cookie thins for a crunchier texture.

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different types of chocolate chips. Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even white chocolate chips can be used instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips to create a unique flavor profile.

You could also consider using flavored chips like mint or butterscotch to add an extra layer of complexity to your eclair cookies.

How To Make This Eclair Cookies Recipe

This easy no-bake recipe will give you the same great flavors as a luxurious eclair without turning on your oven.

Once you whip up the pudding mixture, all you have to do is top the wafer with the creamy pudding and dip it into the melted chocolate chips.

STEP ONE: In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding and two cups of milk until smooth. It will be very thick.

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When mixing the pudding and milk together, make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl while stirring to ensure all ingredients are properly combined.

STEP TWO: Mix in the whipped heavy cream and place the mixture into the fridge for ten minutes to chill.

whipped heavy cream mixed and placed into the fridge

STEP THREE: Lay half the vanilla wafers out with the flat side up on a wire rack. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the pudding mixture onto the wafers. Place the other half of the vanilla wafers on top.

mixture spooned onto the wafers and then placed the other half of the vanilla wafers on top

STEP FOUR: Place the chocolate chips into a bowl and heat in 30-second intervals in the microwave until they are melted and smooth.

PRO TIP:

For a stronger chocolate flavor, add a teaspoon of cocoa powder into the melted chocolate chips before dipping the vanilla wafer cookies in.

STEP FIVE: Dip one side of the vanilla wafers into the melted chocolate.

one side of vanilla wafers dipped into the melted chocolate

STEP SIX: Lay the cookies back onto the wire rack and place them back into the fridge for ten minutes to set.

Cookies laid back onto a wire rack and placed into the fridge

How To Serve

You really don’t need anything to accompany these eclair cookies, as they are perfect on their own.

If you do want an extra indulgent treat, you could pair them with vanilla ice cream or a hot fudge sauce.

Finally, if you’re looking for a special treat, you could serve the eclair cookies with a drizzle of caramel sauce and chopped-up candy bars.

Our eclair cake is another wonderful twist on these delightful flavors, while our lemon eclair cake adds a bright, citrus spin to the dessert.

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Storage

IN THE FRIDGE: You can store these cookies in an airtight container in the fridge. They will only last one to two days before they go soggy.

IN THE FREEZER: These are great to make ahead and freeze. You can let them thaw out for 30 minutes at room temperature, but they are really tasty straight from the freezer too.

Overhead shot of Eclair Cookies on a parchment paper

Eclair cookies are not only a delicious treat, but they are also incredibly easy to make and store. With their light, crisp texture, and fantastic flavors, eclair cookies deserve to become a new favorite for your next get-together!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are eclair cookies?

Eclair cookies are a light and crispy no-bake recipe with a unique combination of flavors, perfect for any occasion.

How should I store eclair cookies?

For optimal freshness, keep eclair cookies in an airtight container in the freezer. You can let them thaw out for 30 minutes at room temperature, but they are really tasty straight from the freezer too.

Can I use different cookies as a base?

Any cookie you like would work great as a base for these fun cookies.

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These easy eclair cookies are a deliciously light and crisp treat that combines a creamy filling between two vanilla wafers and topped with rich chocolate for a delightful snack.

Prep Time 30

Total Time 50

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Ingredients

6.8 ounces vanilla pudding
2 cups milk
1 cup whipped heavy cream, ½ cup liquid will yield 1 cup whipped
1 vanilla wafer cookies

Topping

1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding and 2 cups of milk until smooth. It will be very thick.
Mix in the whipped heavy cream and place the mixture into the fridge for 10 minutes to chill.
Lay half the vanilla wafers out with the flat side up on a wire rack. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the mixture onto the wafers. Place the other half of the vanilla wafers on top.
Place the chocolate chips into a bowl and heat in 30-second intervals in the microwave until they are melted and smooth.
Dip one side of the vanilla wafers into the melted chocolate.
Lay the cookies back onto the wire rack and place them back into the fridge for 10 minutes to set.

Notes

When mixing the pudding and milk together, make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl while stirring to ensure all ingredients are properly combined.
For a stronger chocolate flavor, add a teaspoon of cocoa powder into the melted chocolate chips before dipping the vanilla wafer cookies in.

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