Beat the whipping cream to soft peaks. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt to the cream, in the bowl of a stand mixer (or large mixing bowl). Beat to stiff peaks. You can do this with a stand mixer or hand mixer.
Crush the Easter Creme Eggs. *I do this by placing them on a cutting board and placing a large plastic ziplock bag over them. Then I hit each egg a couple of times gently with a hammer or mallet to crush them, with the plastic between the tool and the eggs. * This is the best and cleanest way I have come up with to crush them. If you enlist your kids to help you unwrap and crush them, it goes much faster and it's fun for them!
2 bags mini easter creme eggs, crushed
Scrape the smashed mini creme eggs off the cutting board (and any off the plastic) with a spatula and into the remaining whipped cream. Mix well.
Smear just a small spoonful of plain whipped cream in the bottom of the dish. This will hold your first layer of graham crackers in place.
400 g -box of Graham crackers
Lay down a full layer of graham crackers in the dish. You may have to break some down the middle to form a full layer, depending on the size of pan or platter you are using.
Spread ⅓ of the easter creme egg whipped cream mixture on the layer of graham crackers.
Top with another full layer of crackers, again breaking some if necessary to make a layer that fits in the dish.
Add another full layer of graham crackers and Easter egg whipped cream.
At this point you'll have three layers of graham crackers and three layers of Easter Egg whipped cream filling.
Add a fourth layer of crackers, then top with the remainder of cream that was set aside.
Garnish:
Fill a small Ziploc bag with chocolate sundae syrup and another with caramel sundae syrup. Cut a tiny hole in the end of the each bag. Alternatively, you can use the bottles of sundae syrup as I did. *Make sure the sundae syrup is at room temperature or it will be difficult to drizzle. And in a very quick back and forth motion, drizzle each syrup horizontally across the cake. I test this on a piece of paper towel first, to ensure that I am using the right pressure and motion. *To avoid mess, do this over a garbage bag.
Chocolate and caramel sundae syrup
Cut the 3-4 large Easter creme eggs in half and spread evenly on top of the cake (see photo)Place Easter Creme Egg halves evenly on cake, as pictured.
3-4 large Easter Creme eggs, cut in half
Storage:
Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight, if time permits. The cake is ready when a knife inserted in the centre goes in easily and comes out with soft crumbs.
Notes
* NOTE: When I tested this recipe on several different people, I got very mixed reviews on sweetness. About half said "too sweet" and the other half said "just perfect". I don't like too sweet and I found it just perfect. So, please feel free to adjust to your liking by adjusting the amount of icing sugar in the whipped cream.Expert Tips:
Use Fresh Whipping Cream. For best results, use cold 33-36% whipping cream. Cold cream whips faster and holds its shape better. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for even better results.
Crushing Creme Eggs Efficiently. Place mini Easter Creme Eggs on a cutting board, cover with a large plastic ziplock bag, and gently tap with a mallet or rolling pin. This prevents a sticky mess while breaking them into pieces.
Uwrap the Eggs in Advance. There are a lot of eggs, so unwrapping them takes time. I usually do this the night before to save time. Enlist the kids to help!
Layering for a Stable Cake. Spread a small amount of whipped cream on the bottom of the dish before adding graham crackers. This helps keep the first layer from shifting. *You only need to do this if making the cake on a platter. If you are making it in a pan, the sides will hold the cake in place.
Let It Chill for Best Texture. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best. This allows the graham crackers to soften and absorb the flavors, creating a cake-like texture.
Garnish Right Before Serving. If decorating with sundae syrup and Creme Eggs, wait until just before serving for the best presentation. Syrups can spread over time, affecting the design.
Drizzling Sundae Syrup. Make sure the sundae syrup is at room temperature- it works best for drizzling. If it's too warm, place it in the freezer for 5 minutes. If it's too cold (i.e., you forgot to take it out of the fridge in advance), place it in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes. *Be sure to test the drizzle on a piece of paper towel.
Adjust Sweetness to Your Preference. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the powdered sugar in the whipped cream or use dark chocolate drizzle instead of caramel syrup.
Easier Slicing Trick. Run a sharp knife under hot water, wipe it dry, and then cut through the cake for cleaner slices without dragging the filling.
🌡️StorageStore this Easter cake in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. These ingredients do not stand up to freezing.However, if you plan to eat it as a frozen treat, you can freeze it! It's a delicious frozen treat (tastes like an ice cream sandwich cake) and a great way to use leftovers that won't hold any longer in the fridge.To freeze: Cut into pieces and place on a parchment covered baking sheet, spaced 1-2 inches apart. Freeze uncovered for 6-8 hours. Then wrap each piece in plastic wrap and place back in the freezer in an airtight container or Ziploc freezer bag.