Vanilla Pudding Frosting
This dreamy frosting is rich, fluffy, and bursting with classic vanilla flavor—perfect for slathering on cakes, cupcakes, or even as a dip for your favorite cookies.
Servings: 24 cupcakes
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Mixer
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients for Vanilla Pudding Frosting
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and powdered sugar.
- Pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk for about 2 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Let the pudding mixture sit for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken a bit more.
- Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip, using a spatula. Stir until everything is fully combined and evenly creamy—be careful not to overmix, so you keep that fluffy texture!
- Your frosting is ready to use! Spread it generously over your cooled cakes, cupcakes, or cookie bars. Chill any leftover frosting before serving for an extra refreshing treat.
Notes
Make sure your Cool Whip is fully thawed before mixing, for the fluffiest texture. Don’t overmix after adding the Cool Whip—gentle folding is key to keeping the frosting airy.