Cool Whip Cream Cheese Frosting
Cool Whip cream cheese frosting is light, creamy, and fluffy. This subtly sweet frosting is delicious and perfect for spreading on cakes.
Servings: 36 cupcakes worth
Calories: 114kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup 1 stick butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cool whip cold but not frozen (see ingredient notes)
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese, softened butter, and vanilla to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy– about 2 minutes.
- With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the powdered sugar. When all of the powdered sugar has been incorporated, scrape down the sides of the bowl and then turn the mixer to medium speed and beat until lightened– about 1 minute.
- Next, add the cool whip and mix on medium speed until fully combined– about 30 seconds.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag and use it immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 22mg | Sugar: 20g