Jell-O Is The Star Of A Protein-Centric Dessert That's Super Easy To Make

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Jell-O packages can be used in a variety of ways to put together tempting treats and delicious desserts. Whether adding fruit to Jell-O mix and topping the result with whipped cream or setting out to make a Jell-O salad, the powdery ingredient can be wielded by creative chefs of all experience levels. For those wanting to up their protein intake, sugar-free Jell-O and Greek yogurt can be mixed together and placed into the fridge to set. Adding a scoop of collagen to your mixture can also increase the protein content. In addition to mixing Jell-O with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese is another option that can give your treat a protein boost. 

Experiment with pairing flavors of ingredients, like reaching for different flavors of Jell-O and combining the ingredients with vanilla-flavored yogurt. Try mixing non-fat Greek yogurt with Orange Jell-O for a treat that draws inspiration from orange creamsicle. Just be warned: While these protein-boosted treats are easy to make, the recipe isn't quick to serve. You'll need to allow at least one hour for the ingredients to solidify in the fridge before you can start digging in with a spoon.

For an even greater boost of protein, whipped topping can be made with heavy cream, a protein powder of your choice, and a spoonful of vanilla extract to crown your creamy creations, or you can garnish pieces simply with a dollop of homemade honey whipped cream. Not only is this easy-to-make treat satisfying to eat, but the fluffy texture of this protein mousse will keep you coming back for more. Since you'll need to wait for your mixture to set in the fridge, we advise making more than what you think you'll need, as these treats can go fast.

Enhance ready-to-chill cups with flourishes like inserted pieces of fruit or edible flowers for a pretty snack that can be served as soon as cravings strike, or nestle the protein-boosted Jell-O concoction into a cookie crumb pie crust for a sliceable pie that can be offered after dinner. If you're wanting to give yourself a reward at work, use Mason jars to build aesthetic layers of ingredients and top individual portions with slices of fresh fruit, sprinkled shaved chocolate, toasted coconut flakes, or sprinkles of powdery cinnamon and crunchy sea salt for a treat that is sure to satisfy any time of day.