This easy cool whip frosting recipe is the perfect topping for cakes and cupcakes. In just 5 minutes with 5 simple ingredients, you’ll have a delicious, creamy homemade frosting.
Once you make this frosting with cool whip one time, it will probably become your favorite frosting! Once you know that cool whip makes such a good frosting, you’ll be hooked for life!
Unlike traditional frosting or standard buttercream, this cool whip frosting uses instant pudding mix, which makes for a perfectly fluffy frosting perfect for everyday cakes.
The light, yummy vanilla flavor makes this the perfect topping for sheet cakes. This seriously might be my favorite topping because it’s so versatile.
It’s stable for piping, and can easily be made into colored frosting by adding a few drops of food coloring. It also isn’t as sweet as other frostings, so it can be a great alternative for birthday cakes and for people who don’t love super-sweet icing.
Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting
Ingredients
1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz container Cool Whip (thawed)
How To Make Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting
A large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the mixture for about 2 minutes, until smooth and creamy.
Once the pudding mixture is well combined, add in the thawed Cool Whip. Beat on medium speed until the Cool Whip is fully incorporated into the pudding mixture, creating a light and fluffy frosting.
Your frosting is now ready to use! Spread it generously over cakes or cupcakes, or use it as a dip for fresh fruit. If you’re not using the frosting right away, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate until you’re ready to indulge.
Remember to store any leftover desserts frosted with this mixture in the refrigerator due to the Cool Whip content.
Notes
This Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting is incredibly versatile and can be used to top a variety of desserts. Spread it over cakes, cupcakes, or even brownies for a deliciously creamy finish.
Get creative and use it as a dip for fresh fruit like strawberries, bananas, or pineapple chunks. The combination of creamy frosting and juicy fruit is simply irresistible.
For an extra special touch, sprinkle some chocolate shavings, chopped nuts, or colorful sprinkles on top of the frosting before serving.