High-Protein Strawberry Gelatin Fluff

• •0.6 oz sugar-free strawberry gelatin powder (or regular)
• •0.8 cup boiling water
• •0.5 cup ice water or small ice cubes
• •2 cups plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• •1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• •2 scoops vanilla or strawberry whey protein powder
• •1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• •1.5 cups fresh strawberries, finely diced
• • to taste fresh mint sprigs for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   In a heatproof mixing bowl, pour the boiling water over the strawberry gelatin powder and whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes until the granules are completely dissolved.

2. 2

   Add the ice water to the dissolved gelatin and whisk until cooled to room temperature; set aside.

3. 3

   In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, whey protein powder, and vanilla extract. Blend on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until completely smooth, creamy, and free of cottage cheese curds.

4. 4

   Pour the blended protein cream into a large mixing bowl. Slowly stream in the cooled strawberry gelatin liquid while beating with an electric hand mixer on medium speed.

5. 5

   Increase the mixer speed to high and whip the combined mixture for 3 to 4 minutes until it becomes noticeably light, frothy, and doubled in volume.

6. 6

   Gently fold the diced fresh strawberries into the whipped mixture using a silicone spatula, distributing them evenly.

7. 7

   Divide the mixture evenly among four individual serving bowls, jars, or parfait glasses.

8. 8

   Refrigerate for at least 90 minutes to 2 hours until the fluff is chilled and set into a light, mousse-like texture.

9. 9

   Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and mint sprigs just before serving.

Chef's Tips

• 💡Blending the cottage cheese completely smooth is essential to achieve a silky, cheesecake-like consistency without any graininess.
• 💡Whipped gelatin relies on aeration; using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer with a whisk attachment incorporates tiny air bubbles for the signature cloud-like fluff texture.
• 💡Consume within 3 days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain the best airy texture and prevent the berries from releasing excess moisture.