You can substitute in almond extract in place of the vanilla extract for a sophisticated flavor variation. [2] X Research source You can substitute other flavored pudding mixes in place of the vanilla for variety, like chocolate, butterscotch, cheesecake, etc.

When adding the whipped topping, it’s important to fold it in gently rather than stir it in to maintain the consistency. [3] X Research source Be sure the ingredients are thoroughly mixed so that the frosting is a uniform color and not streaked. At this point you can add several drops of food coloring if you’d like a colored frosting.

You can spread this frosting on a variety of cakes and desserts, from angel food cake to cupcakes to sheet cakes. If you like, you can use a butter knife or the spatula to create a wave-like design in the frosting. As an alternative, you can spoon the frosting into a pastry bag (or a plastic storage bag with a small hole cut from one of the corners), and, using a frosting tip, squeeze frosting onto your dessert.

You can substitute in any flavor of pudding mix you like in place of the vanilla, like lemon, cheesecake, or banana.

Gently combine until the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated. You can also stir in several drops of food coloring if you choose.

You can use this frosting for a range of cakes and desserts, from angel food cake to cupcakes to sheet cakes. You can also optionally run a butter knife or spatula over the frosting to create a wave-like design. Alternatively, you can spoon the frosting into a pastry bag (or a plastic storage bag with a small hole cut in one of the corners) equipped with a frosting tip, then squeeze frosting onto the dessert.

At this point you can add several drops of food coloring if you’d like a colored frosting.

You can use this frosting to top a variety of cakes and desserts, from angel food cake to cupcakes to sheet cakes. If you like, you can use a butter knife or the spatula to create a wave-like design in the frosting. As an alternative to using a spatula, you can spoon the frosting into a pastry bag (or a plastic storage bag with a small hole cut from one of the corners), and, with a frosting tip, squeeze frosting onto your dessert.

Using a hand mixer and a large bowl or a standing mixer, whip the softened cream cheese and butter at medium speed until well combined.

Add the vanilla and then the powdered sugar–one cup at a time–and mix at medium speed until well combined.

Using a low-medium speed, add the whipped topping. Mix until light and fluffy.

With a spatula, begin spreading the frosting over your desired dessert, several tablespoons at a time. After you’ve covered the surface of the dessert, use the spatula to smooth out the frosting and ensure that it’s evenly distributed. You can run a butter knife or spatula over the spread frosting to create a wave-like design if you like. Alternatively, you can spoon the frosting into a pastry bag (or a plastic storage bag with a small hole cut in one of the corners) equipped with a frosting tip, then squeeze frosting onto the dessert.

In a medium bowl, add the whipped topping, the package of pudding mix, and the drained pineapple. Stir thoroughly to combine.

You can spread this frosting on your dessert of choice, like, for example, angel food cake or pineapple cupcakes. If you choose, you can use a butter knife or the spatula to create a wave-like design in the frosting. Or, as an alternative, you can spoon the frosting into a pastry bag (or a plastic storage bag with a small hole cut from one of the corners), and, with a frosting tip, squeeze the frosting onto your dessert.

Place the stemmed strawberries into a food processor and pulse until the strawberries are liquified.

Mix the two until they’re thoroughly combined.

Continue combining until all of the ingredients are well-combined and a uniform color.

Or, if you prefer, use a pastry bag (or plastic storage bag with a small hole in one corner) equipped with a frosting tip to frost your dessert. You can use this frosting for cupcakes, shortcake, angel food cake, sheet cake, brownies, or refrigerator pies.

In a medium bowl, add the pudding mix and milk. Whisk until the ingredients are combined and the mixture begins to thicken (about 2 minutes).

Stir in the peanut butter and sugar until well-combined. Gently fold in the whipped topping to combine.

If you choose, you can use a butter knife or the spatula to create a wave-like design in the frosting. Or, as an alternative, you can spoon the frosting into a pastry bag (or a plastic storage bag with a small hole cut from one of the corners), and, with a frosting tip, squeeze the frosting onto your dessert. You can spread this frosting on your dessert of choice, including, for example, cupcakes or refrigerator pies.