When to Add the Whipped Topping
Let the dissolved gelatin cool to room temperature while it’s still liquid. Fold in about a third of the whipped topping first to lighten the mixture, then gently fold in the rest until the color is even.
How to Tell When Strawberry Fluff Is Ready
Chill the fluff for at least 2 hours. It’s ready when it’s cold throughout and holds a soft mound on a spoon. Add a few sliced strawberries just before serving, if desired.
4-Ingredient Strawberry Fluff Recipe Card
A light, creamy strawberry gelatin dessert folded with whipped topping and fresh berries.
- Prep time — About 10 minutes
- Gelatin cooling time — 20 to 30 minutes
- Chill time — At least 2 hours
- Servings — 8
Ingredients
- 1 box (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin mix
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tub (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and finely chopped
Instructions
- Put the strawberry gelatin mix in a medium heatproof bowl. Pour in the boiling water and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes, until the gelatin dissolves completely.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature, about 20 to 30 minutes. It should still be liquid when you add the whipped topping.
- Gently fold in about one-third of the thawed whipped topping with a spatula. Fold in the rest until the mixture is evenly pink.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries, then transfer the fluff to a serving bowl and cover.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until chilled and softly set. Serve cold and return any leftovers to the refrigerator promptly.