Description
Whip up this light, creamy Cool Whip frosting in minutes—perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or layered desserts with a sweet, fluffy finish!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
Optional Flavor Enhancers
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Pudding Base: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cold milk and instant vanilla pudding mix until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 1–2 minutes.
- Thicken Pudding: Allow the pudding mixture to sit for 2–3 minutes so it can thicken further. This step ensures your frosting will hold its structure.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip using a spatula until fully combined and smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as this helps keep the frosting light and airy.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt if using, for added flavor depth and to balance sweetness.
- Chill the Frosting: Cover and chill the frosting for at least 30 minutes before spreading or piping it onto your favorite desserts. This allows the frosting to set up and become even more fluffy.
- Store Properly: Keep leftover frosting in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Notes
- Make sure the Cool Whip is completely thawed for easy mixing and the fluffiest result.
- Use cold milk to ensure the pudding sets properly and the frosting stabilizes.
- This frosting pipes beautifully—chill it slightly longer if you want firmer peaks for piping designs.
- Switch up the flavor by using other instant pudding varieties, like chocolate or cheesecake.
- This frosting is best stored in the refrigerator and should not be frozen.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg