Description
A quick and easy recipe for Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting that is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and desserts. This creamy and light frosting is a delightful addition to any sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Frosting:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pudding mix (any flavor)
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Set: Let it sit for 1–2 minutes to fully set.
- Combine: Gently fold in the Cool Whip and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth and fully combined.
- Use: Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or desserts, or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- For a firmer consistency ideal for piping, reduce the milk to 3/4 cup.
- This frosting holds up well in the refrigerator but is best used within 2 days.
- Vanilla, chocolate, and cheesecake pudding flavors are most commonly used, but feel free to experiment.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
