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Cool Whip Candy

This nostalgic, no-bake Cool Whip Candy recipe is light, creamy, chocolatey, and made with just 3 ingredients! It melts in your mouth like a truffle and is endlessly customizable—perfect for holidays, parties, or sweet cravings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour (including chill time)
  • Yield: 20–24 candies 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate chips)
  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers (or Oreos, Nilla wafers, etc.)
  • Optional coatings:
    • Extra crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
    • Cocoa powder
    • Powdered sugar
    • Crushed nuts (pecans, almonds, pistachios)
    • Sprinkles or shredded coconut
  • Optional flavorings: vanilla, peppermint extract, or espresso powder

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth.
  2. Let the chocolate cool slightly, then fold in the thawed Cool Whip gently with a spatula until fully incorporated.
  3. Place the bowl in the freezer for 30–45 minutes, until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
  4. Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion the mixture. Roll between your hands to shape into balls.
  5. Roll each candy in your choice of coating—graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, nuts, etc.
  6. Place candies on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate or freeze for 30 minutes to fully set.
  7. Keep chilled until ready to serve, as they soften quickly at room temperature.

Notes

  • Work quickly when rolling—Cool Whip melts with body heat. Chill your hands or use gloves.
  • Use good-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Real whipped cream can be used, but Cool Whip provides better structure and storage stability.
  • Flavor with peppermint, almond, or espresso powder for fun twists.
  • Great for gifting—use candy cups and layer in tins with parchment paper.
  • Author: Selena Trump
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 candy
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Cool Whip candy, no-bake dessert, chocolate truffle, holiday candy