Description
This Cool Whip Frosting is a light, fluffy, and creamy dessert topping made effortlessly with instant vanilla pudding mix, sweetened with powdered sugar, and combined with extra creamy whipped topping for a smooth, luscious finish. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or as a sweet dip, this no-bake frosting comes together quickly and adds delightful vanilla flavor with a velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosting Ingredients
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 oz extra creamy whipped topping (thawed)
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup cold milk
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cold milk, and clear vanilla extract for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture is well blended.
- Add instant vanilla pudding and thicken: Incorporate the instant vanilla pudding mix into the bowl and blend for 2 minutes until the mixture thickens. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes to fully set up.
- Fold in the whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed extra creamy whipped topping into the pudding mixture, mixing carefully until fully combined and smooth.
- Frost and serve: Your Cool Whip Frosting is now ready to be spread or piped onto your favorite baked goods for a creamy and sweet finish.
Notes
- Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed before folding in to prevent lumps.
- Use cold milk to help the pudding mix thicken properly.
- For a stronger vanilla flavor, feel free to add a little extra vanilla extract.
- This frosting is best used immediately or kept refrigerated and used within 24 hours for optimal texture.
- Do not overmix once folding in the whipped topping to maintain fluffiness.
