Whipped topping, sugar free
Common food
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Whipped topping, sugar free, is a light, airy, and creamy dessert topping made from water, hydrogenated vegetable oils, and stabilizers. It has a smooth, pillowy texture and a subtly sweet, vanilla-like flavor, providing a low-calorie alternative to traditional whipped cream.
Calorie split: 5% protein · 42% carbs · 53% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its light, fluffy texture that adds a decadent feel to desserts without the heaviness or dairy of real cream. Its versatility makes it a staple for topping pies, sundaes, and fruit, and it's a nostalgic, convenient staple in many American households.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
It often contains hydrogenated oils (trans fats) and artificial sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame, which some people prefer to avoid. Those monitoring blood sugar should be cautious, as the sugar alcohols or sweeteners can still impact glycemic response. Tip: Pair with high-fiber fruit like berries to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Low in calories per serving
- Fat-free or very low in fat
- Provides a creamy texture without dairy
- Shelf-stable and convenient
- Adds volume and sweetness to desserts
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The most famous brand, Cool Whip, was introduced in 1966 and is so iconic in the U.S. that it's often used as a generic term for any non-dairy whipped topping.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 59.7 g |
| Energy | 224 kcal |
| Protein | 3.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 13.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 23.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 71.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.10 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 74.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 101 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 72.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.10 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin | 0.10 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 3.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 3.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 3.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 4.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 45.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.50 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 11.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.33 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.47 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 4.6 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.6 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.4 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.84 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.12 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.71 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.27 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.15 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.11 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 | 2.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Cream, whipped, cream topping, pressurized — USDA does not publish this profile for Whipped topping.
| Tryptophan | 0.04 g |
| Threonine | 0.14 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.19 g |
| Leucine | 0.31 g |
| Lysine | 0.25 g |
| Methionine | 0.08 g |
| Cystine | 0.03 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.15 g |
| Valine | 0.21 g |
| Arginine | 0.12 g |
| Histidine | 0.09 g |
| Alanine | 0.11 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.24 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.67 g |
| Glycine | 0.07 g |
| Proline | 0.31 g |
| Serine | 0.17 g |
FAQ
Is sugar-free whipped topping the same as whipped cream?
No. Whipped topping is typically made from vegetable oils, water, and stabilizers, while whipped cream is made from dairy cream. They have different textures, flavors, and nutritional profiles.
Can I use it in baking?
It is not suitable for baking or cooking as it is heat-sensitive and will melt. It is designed as a cold topping or mix-in for chilled desserts.
What gives it that stable, fluffy texture?
Stabilizers like polysorbate 60 and sorbitan monostearate, along with emulsifiers and sometimes gelatin, help it hold its shape and resist melting.
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 2.24 kcal/g · 5% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 23.6 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: 0.71 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.