Jello Whip
Published June 11, 2022 • Updated February 1, 2026
A fluffy, fruity treat you can make in under 5 minutes
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Jello whip is a fluffy, creamy dessert you can make in minutes and only requires 3 ingredients. One bite and you'll be hooked by the texture and flavor of this keto jello recipe.
A cool treat you can make in a snap, this Jello whip is kid friendly and mom approved. It’s an easy sugar free dessert you can make in minutes. It has an airy texture similar to cheesecake fluff or mousse, but not as dense.
Jello whip combines three ingredients you probably already have in your refrigerator or pantry – heavy cream, cream cheese and a flavored gelatin mix. Use any flavor from lemon jello, cherry jello, or strawberry. The whipped cream and gelatin create a creamy, cloud-like texture with a punch of flavor. If you want chunks of fruit, you can add in fruit to match or complement your jello flavor to make a jello salad. Enjoy right away or chill it for several hours to thicken up. Top with fresh strawberries and whipped topping.
How to make Jello whip
- Beat softened cream cheese until fluffy.
- Add heavy cream and beat until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, add cold water to jello packet to bloom the gelatin.
- Pour in boiling water. Mix to dissolve.
- Slowly add jello mixture to the whipped cream and mix until combined.
- Refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.
Key ingredients
- Cream cheese – Adds texture and a slight tangy, cheesecake flavor. You can leave this out if you don’t have cream cheese on hand or don’t care for it.
- Heavy cream – Makes this jello dessert creamy and fluffy. Whipping air into the cream makes this treat expand like fluffy clouds.
- Gelatin packet – Flavored sugar free jello is what gives this easy keto dessert its flavor. I used strawberry for this recipe.
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Ingredients
2 oz cream cheese, softened -
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1 (0.7oz) packet sugar free gelatin, flavor of choice
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1/4 cup cold water
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1/2 cup boiling water
Step by Step Instructions
Step by Step Instructions
Whip it
Add softened cream cheese to a large bowl and beat until fluffy. Pour in heavy cream and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Heavy cream
Make jello
To a 2 cup measuring cup or small bowl, add the contents of one flavored jello packet. Pour in cold water and let bloom for 1-2 minutes. Stir in boiling water and mix until dissolved.
- Jello packet (sugar free)
Combine
Slowly stir the liquid jello mixture into the whipped cream. Don’t add in too fast as you want to keep the airiness of the whipped cream. Once added, mix with an electric mixer until fluffy. Scoop or pipe into a serving dish if desired. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours or enjoy right away.
Nutrition disclaimer
The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.
Looks good! Check out Simply Delish brand sugar free gelatin. No maltodextrin.
Will the recipe still firm up if I added the jello to the whipped cream too fast and it got liquidy instead of being fluffy?
If it doesn't get fluffy with continued mixing, you can try to add in more whipped cream. In a separate bowl, beat 1/4-1/2 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Then gently fold the whipped cream in the jello mixture.
Can I use the original full-sugar Jell-O brand? I have a box of "Starburst" Strawberry pink on hand. The chewie Strawberry flavor Starburst candies are my fav. I'm hoping to come close to this flavor by adding cream. I thought about adding about 1/2 cup of cream to the basic recipe to make the solid jiggly style, but then I saw this whipped version. Ah yes, we're back to the 70s. I still use my mom's Harvest Gold color Kitchen Aid mixer! LOL
.7oz of jello? My box of jello says 6oz
The brand of gelatin I uses carrageenan to get the gel consistency, so the weight is different. If your box says 6oz, you probably have sugar free jello brand or generic brand. A box of that should substitute 1:1 for a box of the Simply Delish brand I used in this recipe.
Can you use the jello dry instead of "blooming" it?
Gelatin usually needs to be bloomed to be used in a recipe. Blooming gelatin helps it to dissolve cold liquid. If you are using a gelatin other than simply delish, you might not need to bloom it. Just follow the instructions on the box.
Has anyone ever tried folding in fresh strawberry's ? Not full berry's but slices .
That's what I'm going to try. I have unflavored gelatin so after I whip everything up and add the gelatin disolved in hot water, I'm going to add some chopped strawberries that I've thawed from the freezer. Fingers crossed!
Love the sugar-free version! Thank you Ma'am!
Can you use whipped topping (Cool Whip) instead of the cream cheese and heavy cream? I make one of these with Cool Whip and instant pudding, but the pudding flavors are limited.
Yes, you could. It may be higher in carbs though.
How do you make this recipe with cool whip instead of cream cheese and heavy cream? Amounts, jello box size!