Ingredients
- 1 cupĀ plain Greek yogurtĀ (full-fat or low-fat both work)
- 1 box (3 oz / 85 g)Ā orange gelatin (Jell-O)Ā āĀ dry powder, donāt prepare
- 1 cupĀ whipped toppingĀ (Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 can (8 oz / 225 g)Ā mandarin oranges, drained well
- Optional add-ins:
- ½ cup mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ¼ cup cottage cheese (classic fluff style)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mixĀ Greek yogurt + dry orange gelatinĀ until smooth.
- Gently fold in theĀ whipped topping.
- Stir inĀ mandarin orangesĀ (and any optional add-ins).
- Chill forĀ at least 1 hourĀ to let it set.
- Serve cold and try not to eat it all straight from the bowlĀ
Why it works (even if you hate Greek yogurt)
- The gelatin completely masks the tang
- Whipped topping makes it light and fluffy
- Tastes like a creamsicleĀ
Make it lighter
- UseĀ fat-free Greek yogurt
- UseĀ sugar-free orange gelatin
- Swap whipped topping for extra yogurt (less fluffy, still good)
Flavor swaps
- Strawberry gelatin + strawberries
- Lemon gelatin + blueberries
- Pineapple gelatin + crushed pineapple