Reddi Wip Fat Free Whipped Topping
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Reddi Wip Fat Free is an aerosolized, sweetened whipped topping designed for a light, airy texture and a clean, vanilla-kissed flavor. It delivers a significant sugar load (16g per 100g) with minimal fat, making it a popular, lower-calorie alternative to traditional whipped cream. Its primary appeal is convenience and a nostalgic, light-as-a-cloud mouthfeel that dissolves quickly on the tongue.
Calorie split: 8% protein · 64% carbs · 29% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its nostalgic, airy texture and the instant, no-mess convenience of the aerosol can. It's a cultural staple for topping pies, sundaes, and hot chocolate, offering a sweet, light finish without the heaviness of cream.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (16g per 100g) can cause blood-sugar spikes, and it contains common allergens like soy lecithin and may have trace dairy. To counteract, pair it with protein or healthy fats (e.g., nuts, berries) to slow sugar absorption, and practice portion control by using a measured spray rather than a free pour.
Key benefits
- Low in fat (5g per 100g) compared to traditional whipped cream.
- Provides a quick, light, and airy texture for desserts.
- Convenient aerosol can for instant, mess-free serving.
- Contains a small amount of protein (3g per 100g).
- A popular, lower-calorie topping for coffee and hot cocoa.
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💡 Did you know?
The first aerosol whipped cream can was patented in 1948, but it was a chemical engineer at Reddi-Wip who pioneered the use of nitrous oxide (N₂O) as the propellant, which also gives it that signature 'whipped' texture.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 66.4 g |
| Energy | 149 kcal |
| Energy | 623 kj |
| Protein | 3.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 5.0 g |
| Ash | 0.56 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 25.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.40 g |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 108 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.03 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 68.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 108 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 72.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.31 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.15 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.62 mg |
| Niacin | 0.36 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate, total | 17.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 17.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 17.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.5 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 49.0 ug |
| Retinol | 48.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 9.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 175 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.09 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.30 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.46 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.3 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.56 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.3 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.30 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.12 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 16.0 mg |
FAQ
Is Reddi Wip Fat Free the same as whipped cream?
No, it's a whipped topping made with water, sugar, and stabilizers, not heavy cream. It's lighter in texture and lower in fat but higher in sugar.
Can I use it in baking?
It's best used as a topping, not for baking, as it lacks the fat and structure of real cream and will deflate when heated.
Is it suitable for a vegan diet?
No, it contains dairy ingredients (whey) and is not vegan. Check the label for specific allergen information.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.49 kcal/g · 8% calories from protein · 0.4 g fiber · 16.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.67 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.