Cool Whip Jello
Cool Whip Jello is the ultimate no-bake dessert that combines the light, fluffy texture of Cool Whip with the vibrant, fruity flavors of your favorite Jello. With just five simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for potlucks, parties, or a refreshing treat on a warm day. The secret lies in the creamy, mousse-like consistency achieved by gently folding thawed Cool Whip into partially set Jello, creating a dessert that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Customize your creation with optional fruit, like juicy strawberries or sweet mandarin oranges, for an extra burst of flavor and a touch of elegance. Best of all, this make-ahead recipe needs only 10 minutes of prep before chilling, making it both easy and stress-free. Serve it straight from a dish or in individual dessert cups for a shareable sweet treat that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (3 oz) Jello (any flavor)
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
- 1 cup Optional fruit (e.g., sliced strawberries, mandarin oranges, etc.)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, dissolve the Jello powder in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir thoroughly until the powder is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the bowl and mix well.
Cover and refrigerate the Jello mixture for 30 to 45 minutes, or until it reaches a slightly thickened, syrupy consistency. It should not be fully set.
Fold the thawed Cool Whip into the Jello mixture gently using a spatula. Mix until the color is uniform and no streaks remain.
Optional: If adding fruit, fold it into the mixture carefully at this stage.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or individual dessert cups.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set and chilled.
Serve cold and enjoy this creamy, fruity dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 357 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
