Description

This Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting is a light, fluffy, and easy-to-make frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and layered desserts. Made with instant pudding mix, cold milk, and Cool Whip, it requires no baking or cooking and provides a soft, not overly sweet finish to your baked goods. Optional vanilla extract adds a nice depth of flavor. Ideal for those seeking a quick and delicious frosting alternative.

Ingredients

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Frosting Ingredients

1 (3.4-ounce) box instant pudding mix (any flavor)
1 cup cold milk
1 (8-ounce) tub Cool Whip, thawed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

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Instructions

Mix Pudding and Milk: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix and cold milk together for about 2 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
Set Pudding Mixture: Let the mixture sit for 1–2 minutes to fully set, allowing the pudding to thicken properly.
Fold in Cool Whip and Vanilla: Gently fold in the Cool Whip and vanilla extract, if using, until completely combined and smooth without deflating the mixture.
Use Immediately or Chill: Use the frosting immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or as a fluffy dessert topping, or refrigerate until ready to use for best results.

Notes

This frosting works best when chilled and should be refrigerated until ready to use.
It’s light, fluffy, and not overly sweet — great for sheet cakes or layered desserts.
Try using chocolate, vanilla, lemon, or cheesecake pudding mixes for different flavor variations.