5 from 21 votes
Cool Whip Frosting
Cool Whip Frosting uses instant vanilla pudding mix combined with powdered sugar, cold milk, and whipped topping to create a light, fluffy frosting with a mildly sweet vanilla flavor. It's easy to prepare and versatile enough to top cakes, cupcakes, and cookies, offering a creamy yet airy texture that holds shape well when refrigerated.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
4
cups
Calories:
336 kcal
Course:
Baked Goods
Ingredients
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 oz whipped topping thawed, extra creamy
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup milk cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract clear
Instructions
- In a medium size mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, cold milk and vanilla extract. Mix for 30-45 seconds.
- Add in instant vanilla pudding and mix for 2 minutes until thickened. Then let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Fold in whipped topping and mix until thoroughly combined.
- Frosting is ready to use!
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Notes
- Store the frosting refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze the frosting in an airtight container for up to 3 months without compromising texture.
- Gel food coloring can be added to change the frosting color as desired without thinning it.
- If a stiffer frosting is preferred, add powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Any pudding flavor can be substituted to vary the frosting flavor profile.
- Ensure the Cool Whip is fully thawed before mixing to achieve the best consistency.
- When using regular Cool Whip instead of extra creamy, start by adding 4 tablespoons of powdered sugar and increase if needed for thickness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
336kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
61g
(20%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
7mg
(2%)
Sodium
212mg
(9%)
Potassium
133mg
(3%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
57g
(114%)
Vitamin A
116IU
(2%)
Calcium
98mg
(10%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 336kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 212mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 57g | 114% |
| Vitamin A | 116IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.