Raspberry Fool Recipe
Overview:
Raspberry Fool is a delightful dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of fresh raspberries with the creamy richness of whipped cream. With a hint of vanilla and a touch of sweetness, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Plus, with variations for apricot, blackberry, peach or nectarine, and strawberry fools, you can customize it to suit your taste preferences. Best of all, it’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a convenient option for entertaining or satisfying your sweet cravings.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 367.2
- Fat Content: 29.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 18.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 108.7mg
- Sodium Content: 31mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 25.1g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 18.2g
- Protein Content: 2.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup non-dairy whipped topping
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Place 1/2 cup of the raspberries, superfine sugar, and water in a small saucepan; cover and, over low heat, cook until the sugar dissolves. |
| 2 | Stir occasionally and continue to cook another 10 minutes, until berries are soft; uncover and cook for an additional 1 minute; remove from heat and cool completely. |
| 3 | Puree all the contents of the saucepan and sieve to remove seeds; chill, covered, for 6-8 hours. |
| 4 | If desired, whip the heavy cream until it begins to mound; add confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract and beat until firm peaks form. |
| 5 | Pour the raspberry puree into a bowl and stir 1/4 cup of the whipped cream into the puree; fold in the remaining whipped cream and remaining raspberries. |
| 6 | Spoon fool into flutes, goblets, or parfait dishes and chill for at least 1 hour before serving. |
Variations:
Apricot Fool:
- Puree 1/2 pound fresh apricots (peeled by dipping in boiled water and pitted) with 1/2 tablespoon superfine sugar.
- Fold all of the puree into all of the whipped cream in one step.
- Chill and serve.
Blackberry Fool:
- Simmer 3/4 cup blackberries with 2 1/2 tablespoons superfine sugar, or more to taste.
- Fold all of the simmered and chilled puree into all of the whipped cream in one step.
- Chill and serve.
Peach or Nectarine Fool:
- Puree 2 medium peaches (peeled by dipping in boiling water, pitted, and cut into chunks), uncooked, with 1 1/2 tablespoons superfine sugar.
- Fold all of the puree into all of the whipped cream in one step.
- Chill and serve.
Strawberry Fool:
- Puree 1/2 cup uncooked strawberries with 1 1/2 tablespoons superfine sugar; strain through a mesh sieve.
- Fold all of the puree into all of the whipped cream in one step.
- Chill and serve.
Tips and Tricks:
- Don’t have superfine sugar? Simply put granulated sugar in a blender and blend until powdery.
- Make a batch of superfine sugar in advance to have it on hand for future recipes.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness level according to your preference by adding more or less sugar to the fruit puree.
- For a lighter version, use fat-free or lite toppings instead of heavy cream.
- Experiment with different berries or fruits to create your own unique variations of this fool dessert.
Enjoy this Raspberry Fool and its variations as a guilt-free indulgence or a sweet treat to impress your guests at your next gathering! 🍓✨
