This sugar-free strawberry fluff is an easy low-calorie dessert. One serving is only 60 calories!
Strawberry jello and cool whip combine to make a creamy sweet dessert. Also, I can’t help but enjoy the fun pink color! Top with a dollop of fat-free reddi whip for only an extra 5 calories for 2 tablespoons.
This is a sugar-free dessert, making it a diabetic friendly dessert that is great for anyone trying to cut back on sugar.
Ingredients
Strawberry fluff is made with 3 easy ingredients:
- Sugar free strawberry jello mix
- Sugar free cool whip (or light cool whip)
- Water: ¾ cup boiling water and 1 cup ice water
Instructions
Dissolve the jello mix in boiling water
First, boil ¾ cup of water. I use a glass measuring cup and microwave the water until I start to see bubbles (about 3 minutes). In a large mixing bowl, whisk the strawberry jello mix into the boiling water until it is fully dissolved and starts to thicken slightly (about 2 minutes).
Whisk the Ice Water into the Jello
Prepare 1 cup ice water by filling a measuring cup with about 1 cup ice cubes, and then topping with cool water until it measures exactly 1 cup. Whisk ice water until warm jello mixture until well combined and ice is completely melted.
If any ice cubes will not melt completely, scoop them out.
Whisk the Cool Whip into the Jello
Make sure your cool whip is thawed and soft. Whisk cool whip into the jello mixture until completely smooth. It will turn into a nice pink color.
It may take 2-3 minutes of whisking to get the cool whip completely mixed. The mixture should be smooth with no lumps.
Refrigerate 10 minutes then Pour Into Containers
Refrigerate jello mixture for 10 minutes. This allows it to slightly begin to set up.
Pour into individual containers or a casserole dish if serving for a group. I really like using the 4 oz mason jelly jars to easily measure out ½ cup servings. These are easy to grab and go or throw in a lunch box for a quick sweet snack
Refrigerate 4 Hours until Completely Set
Refrigerate jars for at least 4 hours for fluff to be firm and completely set. Jars should keep for 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Calories per Serving
A ½ cup (or 4 oz) serving has only 60 calories and 0 g of sugar. This is a great healthy dessert for when you are trying to cut back your calories.
How to Thaw Cool Whip
The best way to thaw cool whip is to put it in the refrigerator for 4-5 hours, or overnight.
In a pinch, you can also use the defrost setting on your microwave. Microwave for 30 seconds on defrost then stir. Keep microwaving in 15 second increments until the cool whip is softened.
How to Use Full-Sugar Ingredients
If you don't want to make this with sugar-free ingredients, you can definitely use regular jello and cool whip. This recipe will work with either version!
If preferred, you can also use light cool whip instead of sugar free.
Using Other Flavors of Jello
I think this would also be yummy with lime or orange-flavored jello. Any flavor of sugar-free jello would work!
Where to Serve Strawberry Fluff
Strawberry fluff would be a great pink dessert for baby showers, Valentine’s Day, or any pink-themed birthday parties.
Strawberry fluff is also a great weeknight low-calorie dessert or sweet snack. I like to bring the small jars in my lunch to enjoy a low-calorie sweet treat after lunch.
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Sugar Free Strawberry Fluff
Easy and delicious whipped strawberry fluff that is a sugar free, low calorie dessert. This is great to enjoy when you are craving a sweet treat!
Ingredients
- 8 oz sugar free cool whip (1 normal sized container)
- 0.3 oz sugar free strawberry jello mix (1 package)
- ¾ cup boiling water
- 1 cup ice water
Instructions
- Bring ¾ cup of water to a boil. You can easily do this by microwaving the water for about 3 minutes, or until you see bubbles.
- Whisk in jello mix into the boiling water until powder is completely dissolved. Whisk for about 2 minutes.
- Add about 1 cup of ice to a measuring cup and then fill with water until it measures 1 cup. Add ice water to jello mixture and stir until ice is completely melted and mixture begins to thicken.
- Whisk cool whip into the mixture until smooth and well combined
- Refrigerate fluff for about 10 minutes and stir again. Then spoon mixture into individual cups (I use 4 oz jelly mason jars) or into a larger serving bowl.
- Refrigerate for about 4 hours until fluff is completely set.
Notes
If you see layers starting to form after you've mixed it up, refrigerate for 10 minutes and stir again.
You can add 2 tablespoons of fat free reddi whip for an extra 5 calories!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 9 Serving Size: ½ cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 60Saturated Fat: 3gSodium: 11mgCarbohydrates: 9g
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Christy
I'm looking forward to trying this. I always want something sweet at night so I'm looking for low cal treats. Thanks!
Kristin
I could only find 0.3oz sugar free jello, but it says it serves the same amount as regular 3oz. Jello. Hopefully I'm not messing this up. ?
Kasey
Hi Kristin! Yes, the 0.3 oz box of sugar-free jello is correct. I updated the recipe card to specify it is the 0.3 oz box. I hope you enjoy the recipe!
Kristin
My husband and I LOVE it. I'm making more tonight. Thank you for the recipe! ❤😊
Kasey
You are very welcome! I'm so glad you liked it!!!
Wm
Can you use whip cream instead of cool whip
Kasey
I think you could probably substitute whipped cream, but I have only tried this recipe with cool whip. If you try it, let me know how it turns out!
Kim
I have used the whipping cream , instead of the ice I let my hot jello mixture cool than added it to my prepared whipping cream it is so good
Brittany
This stuff is SO good. I’m
So impressed! Thank u for sharing
Kasey
Hi Brittany! I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Jennifer
Can it be frozen after mixed together?
Kasey
Yes, you can freeze it. I would let it set up in the refrigerator for a few hours before freezing.
Cinda Farris
Can this be made a day ahead?
Kasey
Sure! It will keep fresh in the refrigerator for about a week.
Mary
Yummy... I used lemon jello and added a few fresh blueberries!
Sue
Can I add sliced strawberries?
Kasey
Sure, that would be a good addition! You could mix some in or add on top.
Pam VanDam
I made this using orange jello and added mandarin oranges. Was delicious
Kasey
Yum! Your orange version sounds delicious!
Jen and the Furries
I did too but I also added some crushed pineapple and chopped pecans. This stuff is so good!!!! Thanks for the idea!
Kim
Quick question. Would this work if you use jello pudding mix? Was thinking chocolate would be great 🙂
Kasey
Hi Kim! I'm not sure how the consistency would turn out if you use jello pudding mix. I haven't tried it myself. If you try it, let me know how it turns out!
Jerrolyn A Lang
I use the sugar free jello pudding mix added to 35 oz fage nonfat plain greek yougurt and 80 fat free cool whip no liquid and it is delicious also use cheesecake pudding with same ingredients and add frozen fruit
Nancy
How come you use 3/4 cup of boiling water instead of 1 cup like the package says.?
Kasey
3/4 cup of boiling water is enough to dissolve the jello powder for this recipe
Nancy
Thanks. Can't wait to try it!
Sonia
Can’t find sugar free Cool whip in Ontario Canada.
If you know where I can buy it on this side of the border let me know, please
Jerrolyn A Lang
I use the sugar free jello pudding mix added to 35 oz fage nonfat plain greek yougurt and 80 fat free cool whip no liquid and it is delicious also use cheesecake pudding with same ingredients and add frozen fruit
Jerrolyn A Lang
should have said 8 oz. cool whip
Vickie
Mine separated after sitting in the fridge for a few minutes. How did I mess that up? The
Kasey
Be sure to stir again after refrigerating for about 10 minutes. This helps prevent it from separating. I hope it works for you next time!
MARALEE BRIKOWSKI
I could only find the large pkg of sugar free jello so doubled the waters & cool whip. like someone else stated it separated I stirred again and wondered what I was going to put all the fluff in - lol hoping it will set as I really love this stuff
Caren
I don't have an ice machine or ice in the house, can I use like 3/4 cup cold water? I figured it would come to that after the ice melted.
Kasey
I think cold water would work, but it may take longer for the fluff to set up in the fridge. Make sure the jello mixture isn't too hot before you fold in the cool whip.
Carol Miller
I make this but I also make something similiar using sugar free pudding. Make the pudding like it says on the box (milk not water). Beat in 8 oz Cool whip.
Refrigerate until it sets up.The cool whip makes the pudding a little creamier. I have even put in freeze for a little bit and it is like eating ice cream.
Stormie McGuire
This was delicious I'm new to sugar free desserts and I really liked this
Robin
Was wondering if I could use yogurt instead of cool whip
Kasey
It would still taste good with yogurt, but you won't get the "fluff" texture without using cool whip.
Barb Rastl
This is really good. I've eaten as is and also as a frozen pie. Today I'm using SF raspberry jello fresh raspberries, and added half of a brick of cream cheese with the boiling water to make it cream easier. It's going in a low carb cookie crumb pie crust.