A super easy, crowd-pleasing dessert with layers of creamy vanilla filling, soft graham crackers, and rich chocolate topping—no oven needed!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
- 2 (3.4 oz / ~100g each) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 tub (8 oz / ~225g) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 box graham crackers
Chocolate topping:
- 1 cup chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
or - 1 cup chocolate ganache (chocolate + cream)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Make the filling
Whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thick. Fold in whipped topping until smooth. - Layer the base
In a 9×13 dish, arrange a layer of graham crackers. - Add filling
Spread half of the pudding mixture over crackers. - Repeat layers
Add another layer of crackers, then remaining filling, then a final layer of crackers. - Top with chocolate
Spread chocolate frosting or pour ganache evenly on top. - Chill
Refrigerate for 6–8 hours (or overnight) until set and cake-like. - Serve
Slice and enjoy—no baking required!
💡 Tips
- Let it chill overnight for best texture
- Slightly warm frosting to spread easily
- Use chocolate graham crackers for extra flavor
🌿 Lighter / Healthier Touch
- Use low-fat milk & light whipped topping
- Choose sugar-free pudding mix
- Make a dark chocolate topping for less sugar
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~250–350
- Sweet, creamy dessert
🧮 WW Points (Estimated)
- Standard: ~8–12 points
- Lightened version: ~5–8 points
🔄 Variations
- Peanut butter: add a PB layer
- Strawberry: add sliced strawberries between layers
- Mocha: add coffee to pudding