Wikipedia Article About Nondairy topping on Wikipedia Cool Whip is a brand of imitation whipped cream with < 2% milk product content, called a "whipped topping" by its manufacturer. It is used as a dessert topping, and in some no-bake pie recipes. Cool Whip was introduced in 1965 by Kraft Foods. It is sold in 8 oz plastic tubs, and requires refrigeration. Each nine gram serving provides 25 calories of which 15 are from fat. Compared to genuine whipped cream, it has: * a longer shelf life; * low dairy content