​​This Easy-To-Make, Fluffy Jell-O Treat Tastes Like Cheesecake With A Protein Boost

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Craving a smooth, satisfying summer dessert, but want something a little more nutritious? Enter fluffy Jell-O. This treat is a simple combo of sugar-free Jell-O and Greek yogurt, and it comes together in a snap. After setting in the fridge, you'll be ready to dip into this colorful snack with a luscious texture that gives cheesecake vibes and is gluten-free to boot. Dollops of whipped topping (you can choose fat-free) up the creaminess factor and make it feel truly indulgent, not to mention offering up the vintage feel of Jell-O fluff without all of the fat and calories of whipped cream.

You can either whip up this treat in one large glass dish or mix it in a bowl and then pour into individual containers for a fancier presentation. Another option is to turn this protein-forward idea (and additional source of collagen, thanks to the gelatin) into a multi-layered showstopper. It will take a bit of time to refrigerate in between layers, but start with one flavor and then follow with additional different colors and flavors in a pretty (and deep) glass vessel to really show off the resulting rainbow confection.

There are plenty of ways to put your own spin on fluffy Jell-O, especially when drawing inspiration from other cuisines. For instance, the bright hues and springy texture of this creation call to mind the custard that sits on top of glutinous rice in the popular Southeast Asian dessert seri muka. If you'd like to take this treat to a Malaysian place, consider adding Pandan extract, which incorporates a slightly nutty and floral taste, to green Jell-O. 

For a Southern bent, lemon yellow Jell-O transforms into a dessert that resembles a lemon meringue pie. Definitely don't skip the whipped topping on this one, or go whole hog and top it with gently torched meringue. If you'd like to riff on a poor man's English trifle, layer lady fingers that have taken a quick dip in fruit juice underneath a strawberry Jell-O mixture, and then top with freshly sliced strawberries and whipped topping.

For a chocolate, vanilla, or even butterscotch spin on this treat, consider swapping out the Jell-O and trying instant pudding. Or, mix the two. Start with a layer of cherry fluffy Jell-O and top it with a layer of the chocolate pudding and Greek yogurt mixture for a Black Forest flavor sensation.