Fluffy Pudding Frosting

1 pkg. instant chocolate pudding
1 cup cold milk
1/4 cup confectioners sugar
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping

Beat pudding mix, milk and sugar in a large bowl with a wire whisk about 2 minutes. Gently stir in whipped topping.
Spread onto prepared cupcakes or cake.

Store in refrigerator for up to 24 hours if not used immediately.

Makes 4 1/2 cups (approximately 36 cupcakes)

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Butter Frosting - Icing

6 Tbsp. Butter or Margarine
4 1/2 - 4 3/4 Cups Confectioner's Sugar
1/4 Cup Milk
1 1/2 Tsp. Vanilla

In large mixing bowl, beat butter or margarine until light and fluffy. Gradually add about half the confectioner's sugar, beating well. Beat in milk and vanilla. Gradually beat in the remaining confectioner's sugar, then additional milk, if necessary to make frosting of spreadable consistency.

*Frosts tops and sides of two 8 in. or 9 in. layers.

**For light chocolate frosting, add 2 tbsp. powdered cocoa.