How to Make Cool Whip

Why spend money buying Cool Whip at the store when you can learn how to make cool whip at home? Give this simple recipe a try to save money and make some good old fashioned healthy and homemade Cool Whip.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tsp unflavored gelatin
• 2 tsp cold water
• 3 tbsp boiling water
• 1/2 cup ice water
• 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk
• 3-4 tbsp sugar
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• optional: 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 

   Chill a Small Mixing Bowl and Whisk

   ** Make sure they are ice cold before beginning! This will make the cool whip the best consistency.

2. 

   Soften gelatin in alternative container

   ** Put gelatin in container. Soften by stirring in 2tsp of cold water. Next stir in boiling water until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

3. 

   Allow gelatin to cool for 2-3 minutes, until it is room temperature.

4. 

   Place Ice Water and Dry Milk in the chilled mixing bowl.

5. 

   Beat at high speed, until mixture forms stiff peaks.

   * Consider using a mixer to quicken the process, however there is a chance this may effect the consistency.

6. 

   Add the sugar and pure vanilla extract; continue to beat. Then add vegetable oil and gelatin.

   * Vanilla extract is optional. It may take away from clear white color of the cool whip, is this is important to your recipe/dish do NOT use the vanilla.

7. 

   Place in freezer for 15 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator until use.

8. 

   Make sure to stir before using it, to ensure a creamy texture.

9. 

   ENJOY!

Tips & Warnings

• Substitutions such as splenda instead of sugar have worked very well.

• When learning how to make cool whip at home, follow the recipe exactly the first time or be creative by trying different flavors of gelatin. Your kids will love it!

• Doubling the recipe will effect the texture and is not recommended.

Resources

• Cool Whip Recipes
• See More Articles by Luv2laugh