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Homemade Starbucks Santa Claus Strawberry Chimney with vanilla base, strawberry puree layers, whipped cream, and holiday toppings.

Easy Cool Whip Candy

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Equipment

  • Large bow
  • Mixing spoon
  • Wax paper
  • Small scoop or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz 8 oz package Cool Whip, thawed
  • 1 box powdered sugar about 4 cups
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring optional
  • Colorful sprinkles for decorating

Instructions
 

  • Prepare workspace: Line a baking sheet or large plate with wax paper.
  • Mix Cool Whip: In a large bowl, combine the thawed Cool Whip, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until well combined.
  • Shape candies: Using a small scoop or spoon, drop rounded mounds of the Cool Whip mixture onto the prepared wax paper.
  • Decorate: Immediately sprinkle the candies with colorful sprinkles.
  • Chill: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the candies are firm.
  • Serve: Once chilled, the candies are ready to be enjoyed! Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • If you don't have a small scoop, you can use a spoon to drop the mixture onto the wax paper.
  • You can use any type of food coloring you like.
  • If the candies are too sticky, add more powdered sugar.
  • For a fun twist, you can add other ingredients to the Cool Whip mixture, such as chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or fruit.