Frozen Éclair Dessert

Frozen Éclair Dessert is a no-bake, layered icebox cake that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy, chocolate-topped treat. It typically features layers of graham crackers, a whipped cream or pudding-based filling, and a rich chocolate glaze, all frozen to a sliceable consistency. This dessert is a popular homemade favorite in North America, often associated with potlucks and family gatherings.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, with the primary nutrients coming from the dairy-based cream, sugar in the glaze, and refined flour in the crackers. A single serving provides a significant amount of energy, typically in the range of 350-450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	210 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Phosphorus	95 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Potassium	110 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Selenium	8 mcg

Per 1 slice (approx. 110 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a clever 'icebox cake' hack that became popular with the widespread availability of refrigerators, requiring no oven. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'sometimes food,' offering a dense source of quick energy from sugars and fats with minimal protein or fiber.