37 Easy Cool Whip Desserts
These easy desserts are made with Cool Whip, so you know they're going to be creamy!
A family favorite, Cool Whip is a great light alternative to whipped cream. You can top a pie or fruit with it, or even mix it with pudding and have a chocolate pie in minutes. There are so many great uses for Cool Whip and it won't break the bank. We've put together our favorite Cool Whip desserts in this collection so you can be fully prepared the next time you host a party or need a quick dessert you can whip up on the fly. These recipes are great for creating desserts for parties and potlucks but are also easy enough to create just to satisfy your sweet tooth. From cakes to pies to fluff and so much more, you won't be able to get enough of these delicious Cool Whip desserts.
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Easy Cool Whip Pie Recipes
Below, you'll find some truly decadent Cool Whip pie recipes. These creamy, dreamy recipes are sure to make your next party pop. The best part is that none of these recipes require an oven, so you can whip them up in a flash.
Indulge in this delicious fruity dessert with Cool Whip! You'll love the sweet-and-tangy strawberry flavor, and the creamy whipped texture of the pie is out of this world.
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Lovely, light, and refreshing, this fresh lemon recipe is ideal for summer days. This vintage recipe with a twist is actually pretty healthy as it uses Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese like the classic variation.
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Whip up this fluffy and fun dessert before your next party. The combo of creamy peanut butter and cool whip makes for a texture you will love. Plus, who can resist the peanut butter cups crumbled on top?
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Making key lime pie with whipped topping is the ultimate summer treat. The zing of lime and the fluffy of cool whip combine for one unique treat. Make this the night before then garnish it minutes before serving.
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Trying out this pie recipe is definitely a good investment! Once you make it once, you'll make it a million times over. Based on the classic recipe, it only takes a few moments to make.
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Banana splits can be messy! They're also insanely tasty. Skip the melting mess and make this pie instead! Layered deliciously and cheap to make, you might be tempted to eat so much of this pie your pants split right open.
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3-Ingredient Yogurt Pie is the easiest way to make a no bake pie that is perfect for any occasion. Quick and easy desserts are the best choice for when you have very little time, but still want to create a yummy after-dinner treat.
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This delicious Cool Whip pie is made for peanut butter lovers! It is filled with nutty flavor, and you will love the cool and creamy texture. Plus, it's a snap to make.
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This pie has a memorable name, which is good because you will want to remember to make it again! This banana cream pie recipe is rich and delightful, with just the right amount of sweetness.
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Did you know that you can make an amazing Cool Whip pie in just 5 minutes? It's true! This delicious fruity dessert is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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For more no-bake desserts, try our collection,13 No-Bake & Easy Pie Recipes
Cool Whip Cake Recipes
If you're someone who enjoys cakes over pie, this section is for you. Find a delicious no-bake Cool Whip cake recipe for any occasion below! Or, maybe you're more in the mood for pudding? We've got that too. Enjoy these simple Cool Whip desserts any time of the year -- they're just that good!
Cake mix, cool whip, mini marshmallows, and more come together beautifully in this charming ambrosia cake recipe. You'll love the combo of naturally sweet fruit and creamy cool whip in this cool whip recipe.
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This recipe made with cool whip and cake mix has a fluffy texture that everyone will love. The lemony taste makes it an ideal dessert for a summer gathering or light lunches.
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Trust me. You'll be yearning for pudding once you taste this cool whip concoction. This amazingly simple recipe is better than you know what.
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This recipe uses a unique ingredient to make its shockingly tasty crust. Check out this full recipe from our test kitchen to find out what it is.
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Nothing says summer like the flavor of an orange creamsicle. Recreate this vintage treat when you make this cool whip cake recipe for your whole family.
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This is the ultimate make it and forget about it recipe. This easy freezy cake can be made the night before the party and served up ice cold. It's perfect for summer!
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This old fashioned cake recipe will make you think about cornflakes in a new way. Fluffy pudding cake is topped with a cloud of whipped topping and -- you guessed it -- cornflakes! It's so delicious, and everyone will want to try a slice.
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Try this full Cool Whip dessert recipe from our cookbook, No-Bake Desserts 103 Easy Recipes for No-Bake Cookies, Bars, and Treats:Strawberry Shortcake in a Jar
Dessert Lasagna, Fluff, and More Cool Whip Desserts
For everything else you can do with Cool Whip, take a peek at the desserts below. From fluffy dessert salad to delicious strawberry recipes to layered no-bake dessert casseroles, this list has truly outdone itself on the delectable scale. Any of these easy Cool Whip recipes is sure to please a crowd, so what are you waiting for? Dig in!
Combine the fluffy of cool whip and the sweet treat of fruit to make this dessert salad. Dreamy and delicious, this cool whip recipe is perfect for a last-minute pot luck dish.
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This dessert lasagna recipe is layered up with different textures and treats! You will love piling on layers and layers of cookies, pudding, cool whip, and more to complete the decadent (and easy) recipe.
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With just 3 ingredients and 15 minutes, you'll be in dessert heaven! These chewy chocolate cookies are the perfect easy dessert recipe with Cool Whip. They have a permanent place in our recipe box.
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This creamy Oreo Cool Whip dessert is perfect for kids and adults alike. The combination of vanilla pudding and crunchy Oreo cookies is irresistible, and we just love the addition of colorful gummy bears.
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Whether you need a birthday party recipe or just something quick and cute for the kids, this mermaid cookie ideal is too cute to pass by. Not big into mermaids? Make whale tales instead.
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Cool whip and peanut butter might seem like a crazy combo, but it actually combines in a really pleasing way. Try this alternative to fruity fluff recipes.
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Pineapple and cool whip go together like peanut butter and jelly. Make this tropical treat for your next party!
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Nothing says vintage 50s recipes quite like recipes with cool whip or jello. Combine these once-trendy and vintage ingredients for one old school and crazy tasty recipe.
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VIDEO We're obsessed with vintage recipes here at RecipeLion and this recipe is the pinnacle of old-school cooking. Combine jello and cool whip to make this lovely, 50s treat.
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VIDEO Follow along with our test kitchen to learn how to make a vintage frog eye salad! This classic recipe tastes a lot better than it sounds. It doesn't include anything amphibious either. We promise.
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If you're one of those people who just can't get enough chocolate... this dessert is for you! It's rich and creamy, with layers and layers of decadent chocolate flavor. You've got to give it a try!
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Get ready to impress your friends and family with this amazing recipe! Scrumptious layers of Cool Whip and sweet blueberry combine for a bite that everyone will love. Be prepared to be asked for the recipe!
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Desserts don't get more indulgent than this! Layers of chocolate and vanilla pudding are topped by a cloud of whipped topping that will make YOU feel like you are on cloud 9.
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This whipped cream dessert recipe is fruity and delicious! Made with Cool Whip and crushed pineapple, each bite is a little taste of heaven.
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Orange creamsicle is such an amazing flavor. We couldn't resist incorporating it into this easy Cool Whip fruit salad! This dessert is refreshing, fruity, and perfect for a crowd.
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Ambrosia salad is one dessert we always look forward to at potlucks and family events. And this version is one of our absolute favorites! It's sweet, fruity, and guaranteed to have people asking you for the recipe.
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You'll feel like you're in paradise each time you take a bite of this delicious cake! Layers of gooey cake, fruit, and whipped topping combine for a dessert that you'll make again and again.
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If you like banana splits (who doesn't?), then you're going to love this no bake dessert! It's filled with all of your favorite ingredients like crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries and, of course, bananas! It's layered with delicious whipped topping and cream cheese, and it's totally irresistible.
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You're looking at one of your new favorite desserts. This delicious chocolate trifle is layered with Bailey's Irish Cream, Cosmic Brownies and, of course, Cool Whip! It's delicious, indulgent, and perfect for a party.
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This is one of those desserts that people will ask you to make again and again. It's that good! An Oreo crust is topped with layers of chocolate and peanut butter perfection. All it will take is one bite, and you'll be hooked!
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Homemade Cool Whip Recipe
Easy Homemade Cool Whip
Makes: 3 Cups
Ingredients
1/4 cup cold water
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (see note)
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 3/4 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
1. Place the water into a very small saucepan and sprinkle gelatin over it. After 2-3 minutes, it will form a jelly-like mixture. Place over low heat and stir just until you are sure the gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool (see note).
2. In a small bowl, stir the cream of tartar into a small amount of the whipping cream and use a whisk to be sure there are no lumps. Pour this into the bowl of an electric mixer, add the remaining cream and begin to whip on medium speed.
3. As the cream begins to froth, slowly add the sugar and increase speed to high. The cream will begin to increase in volume and thicken. With the machine running, slowly add the gelatin mixture and continue to whip until cream is light and thick about 2 more minutes.
4. Use immediately or place in an airtight covered container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This mixture should not be frozen.
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Notes:
Cream of tartar is a natural ingredient, which increases the size of air bubbles in the cream. The gelatin then will stabilize the mixture and allow the whipped cream to hold its shape for several days.
7 Things You Never Knew About Cool Whip
1. Whipped cream is really old. It has been around since the 16th century.
2. Cream will only whip at a temperature of under 50 degrees. Any warmer and it becomes butter.
3. Cool Whip was developed in 1966 after a General Mills survey revealed that housewives wanted a pre-whipped dessert topping that came ready to serve.
4. Sodium caseinate is an ingredient that Cool Whip and glue have in common.
5. Unlike whipped cream, Cool Whip lasts for weeks. (Whipped cream will only last a few days at most when refrigerated).
6. Cool Whip is the best-selling dessert topping in the United States.
7. January 5th is National Whipped Cream Day.