Reese’s Swirl Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting: No-Bake, Light, and Addictively Delicious

If you love the combo of chocolate and peanut butter (and really, who doesn’t?), then you’re going to be obsessed with this Reese’s Swirl Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting. It’s light, fluffy, rich in flavor, and ridiculously easy to whip up. This frosting isn’t just for cakes—it doubles as a dip, dessert topping, or spoon-licking guilty pleasure.

With instant pudding, Cool Whip, and peanut butter swirls, this recipe is about as no-fuss and foolproof as it gets.

Why I Love This Recipe

I love that this frosting tastes like you spent hours making it—but it’s ready in under 10 minutes with zero baking required. The combination of smooth chocolate pudding, creamy peanut butter, and fluffy Cool Whip makes every bite taste like a Reese’s cup in mousse form.

Ingredients

• 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz)
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 cup Cool Whip (thawed)
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• ¼ cup crushed Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (for topping)

Substitutions & Notes

• Pudding Flavor: Swap chocolate for vanilla or white chocolate if you want a different twist.
• Cool Whip: Homemade whipped cream works in a pinch—just make sure it’s stabilized.
• Topping: Try chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, or crushed Oreos instead of Reese’s.

Instructions

1. Mix the Pudding

Whisk the pudding mix and cold milk in a medium bowl until smooth and slightly thickened. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
➤ Duration: 5 minutes

2. Make the Peanut Butter Swirl

In another bowl, mix the peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
➤ Duration: 2 minutes

3. Fold in Cool Whip

Gently fold the Cool Whip into the peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated and fluffy.
➤ Duration: 1 minute

4. Combine with Pudding

Add the thickened chocolate pudding to the peanut butter-Cool Whip mixture. Gently stir to blend—don’t overmix if you want visible swirls!
➤ Duration: 1–2 minutes

5. Chill and Top

Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the frosting set. Before serving, top with crushed Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
➤ Duration: 30 minutes chilling

Tips for Success

• Use cold milk for the pudding to set properly.
• Chill before using as a frosting for firmer, pipeable texture.
• For a layered dessert, spoon this into cups and alternate with crushed cookies or brownies.

Serving Ideas

Use this frosting to top chocolate cupcakes, layer cakes, or cookie bars. Or serve it as a dip with:

• Edible Cookie Dough
• No-Bake Oreo Cream Pie
• Brownie Batter Dip

Storage

• Fridge: Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Not recommended—Cool Whip can become grainy when thawed.

More Recipes You’ll Love

• Big Family Banana Pudding – another Cool Whip favorite.
• Monster Cookie Energy Balls – for a protein-packed sweet snack.

Final Thoughts

This Reese’s Swirl Cool Whip and Pudding Frosting is your secret weapon for easy, crowd-pleasing desserts. It’s rich yet airy, chocolatey yet peanut-buttery, and oh-so versatile. Whether you’re slathering it on a cake or scooping it up with fruit, one taste and you’ll be hooked.