Chocolate Éclair Dessert

Chocolate Éclair Dessert

**Ingredients:**

**Crust:**
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1 cup water
– 4 large eggs

**Filling:**

– 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
– 3 cups cold milk
– 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
– 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

**Topping:**

– 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 tablespoons milk
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Crust:**
– Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
– In a medium saucepan, combine the water and butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
– Remove from heat and immediately add the flour. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
– Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth.
– Spread the dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
– Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the crust is golden brown. Allow cooling completely.

2. **Prepare the Filling:**
– In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
– In a separate bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk for 2 minutes.
– Gradually add the pudding to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
– Fold in the whipped topping.
– Spread the filling over the cooled crust.

3. **Prepare the Topping:**
– In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter together, stirring until smooth.
– Stir in the milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
– Spread the chocolate topping over the filling.

4. **Chill and Serve:**
– Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours or until set.
– Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Enjoy your homemade Chocolate Éclair Dessert!