Vanilla Mousse Cake Filling Recipe
This 5-ingredient vanilla mousse cake filling is made by blending softened cream cheese, instant vanilla pudding mix, powdered sugar, whipped heavy cream, and vanilla extract. The result is a smooth, creamy, and fluffy filling perfect for layering in cakes. Refrigerate for an hour before using to allow it to firm up for easy spreading.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 14-ounce can whipped topping, thawed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add condensed milk: Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the cream cheese, beating until well combined.
- Incorporate whipped topping: Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until incorporated.
- Add vanilla and milk: Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until smooth.
- Layer: Spread the filling between layers of your favorite cake or use it as a frosting.
- Chill: For a firmer texture, chill the filled cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lighter texture, use a combination of whipped cream and whipped topping.
To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and whipped topping with dairy-free alternatives.
For a more intense vanilla flavor, consider using a higher-quality vanilla extract.