INTRODUCTION
Enjoy this fabulous No-Bake Caramel Apple Eclair Cake which is a symphony of sweet and sour tastes. This no-bake dessert recipe consists of soft graham crackers that are sandwiched between creamy filling, tart apples and a smooth caramel sauce. If you have guests or you just require something to eat, this formula will be awesome!
INGREDIENTS:
1 package (3.4 oz) instant pudding mix – vanilla flavor
2 cups cold milk
1 cup whipped cream
1 cup caramel topping
3-4 medium-sized apples, peeled and thinly sliced.
A box of graham crackers
DIRECTIONS:
In a large bowl combine the vanilla pudding mix with the cold milk stirring until well blended and thickened.
Gently fold in the whipped cream.
Spread a thin layer of pudding mixture on the bottom of a baking dish lined with squares.
Cover the spread with a layer of graham crackers breaking them if necessary for them to fit in.
Place layers of sliced apple on top of the graham cracker layer.
Caramelize with caramel sauce made out in an apple fashion way over the layered slices making sure they are even.
Make another set up as before (pudding mixture), advancing till you attain last but one level where you should stop it having covered such kind of wraps using your pudding mixture only.
Cover it up using plastic wrap and put it in your fridge to chill for four hours minimum until all flavors merge together well so that it can be served chilled overnight works best.
Tips for Storage and Serving:
To enhance its taste, serve it chilled.
Cover the food in a container with lid and keep it refrigerated for two days.
Tips for Success:
Use crispy and tangy apples like Granny Smith to balance out the flavors.
Gel correctly by keeping cake cool for the prescribed time.
Just before serving drip more caramel sauce over it for an even richer touch
Health Benefits:
Even though this is an indulgent dessert, fresh apples add fiber and nutrients to the plate.
Choose either low-fat or sugar-free pudding mix as well as whipped topping if you want a lighter version of this recipe.
Nutritional Information:
(Nutritional information per serving)
Calories: 250
Total Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 350mg
Total Carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 20g
Protein: 4g
Variations and Substitutions:
For extra heat replace graham crackers with cinnamon graham crackers.
Sprinkle nuts or crushed pretzels between layers for added bite.
Change up the pudding mixes; butterscotch, caramel etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q: Can I replace store-bought caramel with homemade? A: Of course; just ensure it has cooled to room temperature before drizzling over the cake.
Q: Can you make this dessert ahead of time? A: Definitely! This dessert tastes even better when it is made a day in advance so that the flavors can intertwine.
Q: Can I freeze this dessert? A: It can be frozen, but the thawed product may have slightly different consistency because of apples’ moisture content.
Conclusion:
No-Bake Caramel Apple Eclair Cake combines various flavors and textures easily savored at any get-together or as a special gourmet experience for yourself. It’s one of those desserts that you want to have available all the time because its preparation isn’t complicated and results are delicious. Indulge in sweetness!
