Cool Whip Frosting

Give this easy Cool Whip frosting made with pudding a try the next time you are looking for a unique and tasty frosting option.

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Ingredients For Whipped Cream Frosting With Pudding
Cool Whip Frosting Recipe Substitutions and Additions
How To Make Whipped Cream Frosting For Cupcakes
Serving Ideas For Cool Whip Icing
Storing Cool Whip Frosting With Pudding
Whipped Cream Frosting With Pudding FAQs
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This Cool Whip frosting is one of the best things ever and is utterly addictive. It’s a light, creamy and fluffy frosting that is incredibly simple to make, and it goes perfectly with nearly any cake or cupcake.

cupcakes topped with Cool Whip Frosting on a wooden tray

Ingredients For Whipped Cream Frosting With Pudding

Cool Whip Frosting raw ingredients that are labeled

Cool Whip frosting is a delectable addition to any dessert. With its light and airy texture, it simply melts in your mouth, leaving behind a creamy and sweet taste that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Whether you’re using it to top off a cake or just simply enjoying it by the spoonful, you won’t be disappointed in the rich and indulgent taste of Cool Whip frosting.

You’ll need:

¾ cup of cold whole milk
4 tablespoons of powdered sugar
1 (3.4-ounce) box of instant pudding (whatever flavor frosting you need)
1 (8-ounce) tub of Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed

Cool Whip Frosting Recipe Substitutions and Additions

PUDDING: You can use any flavor of instant pudding in this creamy frosting.

COLOR: Add a few drops of food coloring to tint your frosting in a rainbow of delightful colors, depending on the color of cake or cupcakes you need.

COOL WHIP: Sugar-free Cool Whip can be substituted for the regular version and makes this frosting just as delicious.

How To Make Whipped Cream Frosting For Cupcakes

Let’s have a look at how to whip up this easy and delicious frosting to top all of your baked goods.

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

Don’t forget to thaw the Cool Whip ahead of time so that it is the right consistency for this recipe.

STEP ONE: Using a medium-sized mixing bowl and a hand mixer on low speed, add the cold milk and powdered sugar. Beat for 30 seconds to combine.

PRO TIP:

If it is humid where you are, make sure to sift the powdered sugar before using it.

powdered sugar and milk blended together in a bowl

STEP TWO: Sprinkle in the instant pudding mix and beat for 1 to 1½ minutes, until thickened. Set it aside for 3 minutes.

pudding added to the powdered sugar and milk mixture in a bowl

STEP THREE: Fold in the thawed whipped topping until thoroughly combined. Tightly cover, or transfer to an airtight container until ready to use.

PRO TIP:

If your kitchen is particularly warm, you can return this Cool Whip pudding frosting to the refrigerator to re-chill periodically while frosting your baked goods.

Serving Ideas For Cool Whip Icing

This delicious frosting is a great option for all your birthday cakes, cupcakes, or everyday cakes.

Of course, every cake needs ice cream on the side, and our vanilla ice cream or birthday cake ice cream are two sweet choices.

Our strawberry cream cheese frosting is another excellent choice to frost all of your baked goods. Our vanilla cupcakes are the perfect dessert to use this fluffy frosting on.

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Storing Cool Whip Frosting With Pudding

From the fridge to the freezer, let’s dive into the best ways to keep this luscious frosting fresh.

IN THE FRIDGE: Keep any leftovers of this whipped cream frosting in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep whatever you are decorating in the refrigerator, as well.

IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze leftover frosting for up to a month. Just make sure to thaw it in the fridge for about an hour before using it.

a bowl of cool whip with a cupcake topped with cool whip frosting on a wooden tray

Cool Whip frosting is every bit as creamy and delicious as traditional frosting, but it takes less time to make. Plus, it’s a great way to use up any extra Cool Whip you have on hand. Whether you’re making a cake, cupcakes, or cookies, Cool Whip frosting is sure to be a hit.

Whipped Cream Frosting With Pudding FAQs

Can I turn this into colored frosting?

This easy recipe can be changed to your desired color with just a few drops of food coloring.

Do I have to keep cakes with this Cool Whip frosting in the fridge?

Any cakes or cupcakes decorated with this Cool Whip with pudding frosting need to be stored in the fridge.

Can I store the leftover frosting in the freezer?

This easy frosting can be kept in the freezer for up to one month. Let it thaw for about an hour in the fridge before using it.

How do you stiffen Cool Whip frosting?

To make your Cool Whip frosting stiffer, you can add more powdered sugar until the desired consistency is reached.

Can I decorate a cake with whipped cream frosting for cupcakes?

You can use this delicious frosting to decorate cupcakes or a cake.

Why is pudding added to the Cool Whip icing?

Pudding is added to Cool Whip icing to help stabilize it so that it doesn’t become runny.

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Cool Whip Frosting With Pudding

5 from 4 votes

Give this easy Cool Whip frosting made with pudding a try the next time you are looking for a unique and tasty frosting option.

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings cups

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Ingredients

¾ cup cold whole milk
4 tablespoons powdered sugar
3.4 ounces instant pudding (whatever flavor frosting you need)
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

Using a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on low speed, add the cold milk and powdered sugar. Beat for 30 seconds to combine.
Sprinkle in the instant pudding mix and beat for 1 to 1½ minutes, until thickened. Set it aside for 3 minutes.
Fold in the thawed whipped topping until thoroughly combined. Tightly cover, or transfer to an airtight container until ready to use.

Notes

Don’t forget to thaw the Cool Whip ahead of time so that it is the right consistency for this recipe.
If it is humid where you are, make sure to sift the powdered sugar before using it.
If your kitchen is particularly warm, you can return this Cool Whip pudding frosting to the refrigerator to re-chill periodically while frosting your baked goods.

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