The Grey Stuff is one of Disney’s most iconic desserts, made famous by Beauty and the Beast and served at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This sweet, creamy treat has a cookies-and-cream flavor with a light, whipped texture that makes it feel extra magical. Whether you’ve enjoyed it at Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom or Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland, the Grey Stuff recipe brings a little bit of Disney Parks magic right into your kitchen.
Cooking Tips
For the best Grey Stuff texture, make sure the pudding is fully chilled before folding in the whipped topping so the mixture stays light and creamy. Crush the cookies finely for a smooth cookies-and-cream flavor, and gently fold everything together instead of overmixing. Chill the finished Grey Stuff before piping or serving so it holds its shape beautifully. If you want to pipe the mixture, I recommend the Wilton beginner set including the piping bags and tips. You can serve the Grey Stuff over brownies, cookies, or cupcakes.
The ingredients for the Grey Stuff recipe include:
- Instant Vanilla Pudding
- Milk
- Cool Whip
- Oreos
- Wilton Pearls
The Grey Stuff recipe is fun to make, and it is the best treat to make when you’re missing Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This is a simple recipe that will transport you straight to your favorite restaurant. If you want to create another iconic Disney food at home, check out my Plaza Inn Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe. Enjoy!
✅ Quick Tips: Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
The Grey Stuff Recipe
Description
The Grey Stuff is an iconic Disney food that is the perfect dessert.
Ingredients
Instructions
The Grey Stuff
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In a mixing bowl, add the instant vanilla pudding and milk. Whisk until smooth.
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Place the pudding mixture in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set up.
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Use a food processor or plastic bag with a rolling pin to crush cookies to fine crumbs and remove large chunks.
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Take the vanilla pudding out of the refrigerator and stir in the cookie crumbs.
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Fold in cool whip to combine.
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Place the mixture in the refrigerator for about 1 hour until it's set.
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Serve cold over a brownie, cookie, cupcake, or just plain. Sprinkle with Wilton candy pearls🧁and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 161kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 3mg1%
- Sodium 172mg8%
- Potassium 59mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 1g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
