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Cherry Yogurt Jello Fluff is one of those chilled desserts that keeps things easy without feeling boring.
You only need cherry Jell-O, vanilla yogurt, vanilla, water, and ice, and it turns into a creamy little dessert that feels fun without being heavy.
This is a nice recipe for a weeknight sweet, a small family dessert, or a make-ahead treat when the fridge is already doing most of the work. It has that classic cherry gelatin flavor, but the yogurt gives it a smoother texture and a little more body.
Keep it in individual dessert dishes for grab-and-go servings, or make it in one serving dish if that works better for your table.
A medium bowl and a wire whisk are all you need for mixing. Small dessert cups are helpful if you want neat servings ready in the fridge.
It’s also a smart option when you want something sweet with fewer ingredients and no baking. Add a little whipped topping before serving if you want it to feel more like a fluff-style dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Cherry Yogurt Jello Fluff
No Baking Needed
This dessert chills in the refrigerator, so you don’t need to turn on the oven.
Short Ingredient List
You only need cherry Jell-O, vanilla yogurt, vanilla, water, and ice.
Make-Ahead Friendly
You can prepare it before dinner and let it chill until you’re ready for dessert.
Creamy Texture
The vanilla yogurt gives the Jell-O a smooth, creamy texture.
Individual Servings
Pour it into 4 dessert dishes so each serving is ready to go.
Ingredient Substitutions
Cherry Jell-O
Use another sugar-free gelatin flavor, such as strawberry, raspberry, orange, or lime.
Non-Fat Vanilla Yogurt
Use plain non-fat yogurt with a little extra vanilla if that’s what you have.
Vanilla Extract
Use almond extract for a different flavor, but use a small amount because it has a stronger taste.
Whipped Topping
Skip the whipped topping, or use a small spoonful of light whipped topping before serving.
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Cherry Yogurt Jello Fluff
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup boiling water
- 1 package (8 1/2g ) sugar-free cherry Jell-O
- ice cubes
- 1 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the boiling water.
- Add the cherry Jell-O powder.
- Stir for at least 2 minutes, or until the Jell-O powder is dissolved.
- In a measuring cup, add enough ice cubes and cold water to measure 1 cup total.
- Add the ice water to the Jell-O mixture. Stir until the mixture starts to thicken slightly.
- Remove any ice that has not melted.
- Add the vanilla yogurt and vanilla extract.
- Using a wire whisk, mix until smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly into 4 dessert dishes.
- Place the dishes in the refrigerator. Chill for 30 minutes, or until firm.
- d a dollop of whipped topping before serving, if using.
Notes
Storing
Refrigerate – Cover the dessert dishes with plastic wrap or lids. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze – Freezing can change the texture and make the dessert watery after thawing.Nutrition
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