Description
This M&Ms Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting is a creamy, colorful, and fun dessert topping that’s easy to make and perfect for adding a delightful twist to cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Combining instant vanilla pudding, Cool Whip, and crunchy M&Ms, it offers a smooth texture with playful bursts of chocolate candy.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosting Base
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Add-in
- 1 cup mini M&Ms (or regular M&Ms, chopped)
Instructions
- Make the Pudding Base: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until the pudding starts to thicken, about 2 minutes. This forms the creamy base for your frosting.
- Fold in the Cool Whip: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the pudding mixture until fully combined and smooth. Add vanilla extract here if you’d like to enhance the flavor.
- Add the M&Ms: Stir in the mini M&Ms or chopped regular M&Ms to the pudding and Cool Whip mixture. Reserve some candies if you want to use them as a garnish later.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the frosting for at least 30 minutes to let it firm up slightly, making it easier to spread. Use this frosting to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or cookies for a colorful, tasty finish.
Notes
- Thaw Cool Whip completely before folding it into the pudding to ensure smooth consistency.
- Mini M&Ms work best for even distribution; if using regular M&Ms, chop them finely to avoid large chunks.
- This frosting is best used within 2 days for freshness and optimal texture.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.
- If you prefer a thicker frosting, reduce the milk slightly when making the pudding base.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
