Description
This Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting is a quick and easy no-bake frosting recipe combining instant pudding mix and Cool Whip to create a light, fluffy, and creamy topping perfect for cakes and cupcakes. It offers a smooth texture and can be flavored with any pudding variety, making it versatile and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 package instant pudding mix (any flavor, 3.4 oz)
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 container Cool Whip (8 oz)
Instructions
- Combine pudding mix and milk: In a mixing bowl, pour in the instant pudding mix and cold milk, ensuring both are well measured.
- Whisk until thickened: Use a whisk to mix the pudding and milk thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the entire container of Cool Whip into the thickened pudding mixture, taking care not to deflate the whipped texture, until fully combined and smooth.
- Use or chill: Use the frosting immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes. Alternatively, refrigerate it for 30 minutes if you prefer a thicker consistency before applying.
- Store leftovers: Place any leftover frosting in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- The pudding flavor can be varied to customize the frosting taste.
- Make sure the milk is cold to help the pudding set properly.
- Folding gently maintains the whipped, airy consistency.
- This frosting is best used within 5 days when refrigerated.
- If refrigeration thickens the frosting too much, allow it to soften slightly before use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Cool Whip frosting, pudding frosting, no bake frosting, quick frosting, light frosting, dessert topping, cake frosting, cupcake frosting
