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Caramel Apple Eclair Cake Recipe

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This Caramel Apple Eclair Cake is a delightful layered dessert combining tender cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy vanilla pudding, and crunchy cinnamon graham crackers, all topped with a luscious caramel apple dip. Perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a comforting, sweet treat.

Ingredients

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Apple Layer

  • 5 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced, and chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1–2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, if needed for thickening)

Pudding Layer

  • 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces each)
  • 3 1/2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed

Other

  • 21 cinnamon graham crackers
  • 16 ounces caramel apple dip (such as Marzetti brand)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Apples: In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cook and stir until the apples are tender. If there is excess liquid from the apples, sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir to help thicken it. Continue cooking and stirring over medium-low heat until the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  2. Prepare the Pudding Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mixes and whole milk until smooth. Stir in the sour cream and then fold in the thawed Cool Whip until fully combined and creamy.
  3. Layer the Cake – First Layer: Line the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan with 7 cinnamon graham crackers. Spread half of the cooled apple mixture evenly over the graham crackers. Spoon and spread half of the pudding mixture over the apples.
  4. Layer the Cake – Second Layer: Add a second layer of graham crackers over the pudding mixture. Spread the remaining apple mixture over these crackers. Spoon the remaining pudding mixture over the apples, then top with the last layer of graham crackers.
  5. Prepare and Spread the Caramel: Heat the caramel apple dip in the microwave for 30 seconds, then stir with a knife. Continue heating in 20-30 second increments until the caramel is softened but not hot or fully melted. Spread the softened caramel evenly and gently over the top layer of graham crackers.

Notes

  • Using tart Granny Smith apples balances the sweetness of the pudding and caramel.
  • If the apple mixture is too watery, use flour sparingly to avoid altering the taste.
  • Make sure the caramel dip is only softened, not too hot, to maintain the cake structure.
  • For easiest layering, let the apple mixture cool completely before assembling.
  • This dessert is best chilled for several hours before serving to let layers meld.

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