For the Cake:
In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk. Whisk for 2 minutes until the pudding thickens.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined, creating a smooth and creamy filling.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer the bottom with graham crackers. You may need to break some of them into pieces to cover the entire bottom of the dish.
- Spread half of the vanilla pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
- Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding. Repeat the process, layering the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of graham crackers, followed by a final layer of graham crackers.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to set and the graham crackers to soften.
- For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
- Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the chocolate to melt, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Allow the ganache to cool for about 10 minutes before pouring it over the top of the chilled cake.
- Spread the ganache evenly over the top of the cake, covering it completely.
- Chill and Serve:
Return the cake to the refrigerator and chill for another 1-2 hours to allow the ganache to set.
- Once set, slice and serve. Enjoy!