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There are a variety of delicious frosting flavors out there to spread on cakes, cupcakes, or other sweet desserts. Jello frosting is fluffy and sweet, making it a great treat to use for desserts.

  • Makes: Each recipe makes approx. 3-4 cups of frosting.

Ingredients

Basic Jello Frosting [1]

  • 3 ounce package Jell-O or other jello brand
  • â…” cup white sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup boiling water

Cool Whip Jello Frosting [2]

  • 1 (85 grams) package jello powder
  • 2 cups Cool Whip topping
  • 1⁄2 cup ice cubes
  • 1⁄2 cup boiling water
  • 1⁄2 cup cold water

Buttercream Jello Frosting [3]

  • 1⁄2 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1⁄2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (1 pound), powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1-3 tablespoons jello powder

Pudding Jello Frosting [4]

  • 1 package (3.9 ounce) instant pudding
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tub (8 ounces) Cool Whip topping, thawed
  • 1-3 tablespoons jello powder

Cream Cheese Jello Frosting [5]

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 (3 ounce) package jello powder
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Method 1
Method 1 of 5:

Basic Jello Frosting

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  1. Stir with a whisk on low heat.
  2. Turn the heat to medium and stir.
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  3. Shut off the stove once the frosting is creamy and thick. Let the frosting cool and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
  4. Use the frosting to top off cakes, cupcakes, brownies, sweet breads, and other desserts by using a large butter knife, spatula, or frosting pipe. Enjoy!
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Method 2
Method 2 of 5:

Cool Whip Jello Frosting

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  1. Use the frosting to top off cakes, cupcakes, brownies, sweet breads, and other desserts by using a large butter knife, spatula, or frosting pipe. Enjoy!
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Method 3
Method 3 of 5:

Buttercream Jello Frosting

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  1. Blend until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  2. Blend until well combined and the frosting is fluffy and thick.
  3. Use the frosting to top off cakes, cupcakes, brownies, sweet breads, and other desserts by using a large butter knife, spatula, or frosting pipe. Enjoy!
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Method 4
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Pudding Jello Frosting

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  1. Stir until well combined.
  2. Use the frosting to top off cakes, cupcakes, brownies, sweet breads, and other desserts by using a large butter knife, spatula, or frosting pipe. Enjoy!
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Method 5
Method 5 of 5:

Cream Cheese Jello Frosting

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  1. Use the frosting to top off cakes, cupcakes, brownies, sweet breads, and other desserts by using a large butter knife, spatula, or frosting pipe. Enjoy!
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      Warnings

      • Take caution not to over-boil the jello mixture when making the basic jello frosting recipe.
      • When blending the ingredients together, ensure there are no powdered sugar streaks and that the frosting is properly incorporated together.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Mixing tool
      • Fridge
      • Pot or large bowl
      • Stovetop, if needed

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