Chocolate Cool Whip

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Made in just 5 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients, this chocolate cool whip recipe is going to be your new favorite dessert topping. Aside from the decadent taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth, this chocolate frosting is really easy to make. You can whip it up with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

Made in just 5 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients, this chocolate cool whip recipe is going to be your new favorite dessert topping. Aside from the decadent taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth, this chocolate frosting is really easy to make. You can whip it up with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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Your search for the ultimate frosting is over! This Cool Whip Chocolate Frosting is the perfect finishing touch for any dessert plate.

Most Cool Whip Frosting recipes call for milk, pudding, and Cool Whip. This recipe takes it a step further with chocolate-flavored baking cocoa and yes, it’s perfection! It offers a deeper, richer, more intense chocolatey flavor.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • chocolate instant pudding mix
  • cocoa powder
  • milk
  • cool whip

(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)

How to Make Chocolate Cool Whip

  • Whisk pudding mix and baking cocoa in a medium bowl for one to two minutes, until mixture thickens. (Read the directions on the box if needed.)
  • Fold the thawed cool whip into the pudding mixture using a large spatula. Mix only until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Serve over your favorite desserts!
Made in just 5 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients, this chocolate cool whip recipe is going to be your new favorite dessert topping. Aside from the decadent taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth, this chocolate frosting is really easy to make. You can whip it up with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

Can You Add Flavor To Cool Whip?

Jell-O Pudding and Cool WhipSome unflavored pudding will give your Cool Whip Frosting the perfect consistency without altering the sweet taste. You can also try vanilla-flavored pudding if you want to add a hint of vanilla to your frosting.

Can You Make Ganache With Cool Whip?

Place some chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl along with some Cool Whip. Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Remove the bowl, stir, and put it back in for another 30 seconds. Repeat in 30-second intervals until chocolate is completely melted. 

Made in just 5 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients, this chocolate cool whip recipe is going to be your new favorite dessert topping. Aside from the decadent taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth, this chocolate frosting is really easy to make. You can whip it up with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

Which Is More Fattening Cool Whip Or Whipped Cream?

Whipping cream contains nearly double the saturated fat content as Cool Whip. Though Cool Whip is lower in fat, it does have significantly more sugar than whipping cream.

Ways to Use Chocolate Cool Whip

You can use this quick and easy whipped topping on cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or even as a dip for fresh fruits. There really isn’t any sweet dish that doesn’t work with this frosting.

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Made in just 5 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients, this chocolate cool whip recipe is going to be your new favorite dessert topping. Aside from the decadent taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth, this chocolate frosting is really easy to make. You can whip it up with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

Chocolate Cool Whip Frosting Recipe

By: Izzy
Made in just 5 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients, this chocolate cool whip recipe is going to be your new favorite dessert topping. Aside from the decadent taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth, this chocolate frosting is really easy to make. You can whip it up with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings: 3 cups

Ingredients 

  • 3.4 oz packet chocolate instant pudding mix
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 8 oz cool whip, thawed

Instructions 

  • Whisk pudding mix, baking cocoa, and milk in a medium bowl for one to two minutes, until mixture thickens. (Read the directions on the box if needed.)
  • Fold the thawed cool whip into the pudding mixture using a large spatula. Mix only until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Serve over your favorite desserts!

Notes

  • This recipe can be made up to one day ahead of time. Simply cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge. Be sure to give it a quick stir before serving.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.

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I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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  1. I’m confused by the recipe. Do you put the milk in in the first step? Milk is in the ingredients list, but isn’t mentioned in the recipe at all.