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Pudding Cool Whip Frosting Recipe

Pudding Cool Whip Frosting Recipe


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  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Creamy chocolate pudding meets cool whip frosting in this irresistible dessert sensation. Sweet layers blend perfectly, creating a heavenly treat that delights your taste buds with minimal effort and maximum indulgence.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 package (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 8 ounces (226 grams) Cool Whip, thawed

Sweeteners:

  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:

  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Whisk together pudding mix, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
  2. Engage an electric mixer at medium-high velocity, blending the mixture for approximately 120 seconds until achieving a silky, slightly dense consistency.
  3. Gently fold Cool Whip into the developing cream, continuing to blend at medium speed until the frosting transforms into a cloud-like, uniform texture.
  4. Apply the freshly prepared frosting immediately to your desired confectionery canvas – whether decorating cakes, embellishing cupcakes, adorning cookies, or preparing as a delectable dipping sauce.
  5. For optimal preservation, transfer any remaining frosting into a sealed container and refrigerate promptly to maintain its pristine quality and prevent bacterial growth.

Notes

  • Experiment with different pudding flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or pistachio to create unique frosting variations that match your dessert theme.
  • Chill the mixing bowl and beaters beforehand to help the frosting set faster and achieve a more stable, fluffy texture.
  • For a lighter version, substitute low-fat milk and sugar-free pudding mix to reduce calories without compromising taste.
  • Keep the frosting chilled until ready to use, as it can soften quickly at room temperature, potentially losing its smooth, creamy consistency.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 106 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 111 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 6 mg