Good as always. Kids LOVE it. I always leave out the butter and never notice anything lacking. I have left out the confectioners sugar by accident, and don't think that mattered, either. The pudding, cream cheese, cool whip are the essence of the filling.

Reviewed On: Sep. 19, 2009

Been making this for years! Doesn't need to form a ball, just cook to a boil (stirring constantly) and it will be a thick paste, like pudding. Cool partially, stirring every couple of minutes, then press a sheet of plastic wrap on the surface(to prevent a skin from forming) and refrigerate. I make the paste while my cake is baking, so it has ample time to cool. Beat the sugar & butter very well, add the paste and beat. White, granulated sugar is correct: I have made this many times since I was a kid. Always delicious, something different, not too sweet, great for a kids birthday when they are already overdosed on sugary treats. I make it whenever I find myself out of confectioners' sugar, also. I love it partially because it is nostalgic for me....

Reviewed On: Feb. 26, 2009

I really loved this, and will make it again. Don't forget to season the dressing with S & P! I think it would be equally good with dried cranberries or dried blueberries or a combo. This would also make it more adaptable to other seasons when strawberries are not as good.

Reviewed On: Aug. 4, 2008