Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight Recipe

Craving a quick and delicious dessert? This Fast Fruity Delight recipe, originally featured in Food & Family magazine (Fall 2005), is a winner! Imagine creamy layers of fruity goodness made in minutes – perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth. This adaptable recipe uses sugar-free gelatin, frozen fruit, and non-dairy whipped topping, making it a guilt-free treat for diabetics and everyone else. Choose your favorite fruit and get ready to impress! This simple recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 167.6 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight

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How to Make Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight

  1. In a large bowl, stir 1 cup of boiling water into one (3-ounce) package of sugar-free gelatin for at least 2 minutes, until completely dissolved.
  2. Add 2 cups of your favorite frozen fruit (strawberries recommended!) and stir gently until the gelatin begins to thicken slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, use a wire whisk to gently fold 1/2 cup of the gelatin mixture into 8 ounces of non-dairy whipped topping until well combined.
  4. Evenly spoon the whipped topping mixture into 4 dessert cups or small glasses.
  5. Spoon the remaining gelatin and fruit mixture over the whipped topping in each cup.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until the dessert is set. For a firmer dessert, refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

20g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight?

Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight?

Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight has approximately 167.6 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight?

The key ingredients for Ready Set Dessert Fast Fruity Delight are Orange Gelatin, Boiling Water, Frozen Fruit, Non Dairy Whipped Topping, Slivered Almonds. See the full list with measurements above.

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