3/4 tsp unflavored gelatine
1 Tbs cold water
1/2 c nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 c ice water
2 Tbs confectioners sugar
1 tsp vanilla (or any flavor extract you want)


Soften gelatine in the cold water in a small heatproof measuring cup. Set the cup in a pan of simmering water and heat about 4 minutes until the gelatine dissolves; remove from heat (or microwave 10 seconds).

Combine the dry milk, ice water, and confectioners sugar in the chilled small bowl of an electric mixer, then beat with chilled beaters at medium speed until foamy. With the motor running, carefully pour the gelatine down the side of the bowl.

Continue beating at medium speed for 7 to 10 minutes until it is the texture of whipped cream, then beat in the vanilla extract.

If not using immediately, store in the refrigerator or freeze in desired shapes. The mixture deflates on standing and may be re-whipped. Allow 1/2 c frozen topping to thaw about 15 minutes before serving.