Ingredients for Soft Fruit Fool
- Strawberries
- Caster Sugar
- Lemon Juice
- Water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pistachio Nuts
- Fresh Edible Flowers
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How to Make Soft Fruit Fool
- Place 500g (1 lb) prepared soft fruit (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc.) in a bowl. Add 1/4 - 1/2 cup sugar (depending on fruit sweetness) and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Gently toss to combine and let macerate for 30 minutes.
- Puree the macerated fruit using a food processor or blender.
- If using strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Refrigerate the fruit puree for at least 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, make the custard: In a saucepan, heat 2 cups heavy cream almost to a boil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 2 large egg yolks, and 1/4 cup sugar until light and frothy. Gradually whisk in the hot cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler). Stir constantly until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and immediately press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
- Allow the custard to cool completely, then refrigerate until chilled.
- In a large bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the chilled custard into the fruit puree.
- Gently fold the fruit-custard mixture into the whipped cream until just combined.
- Spoon the fool into tall glasses or dessert dishes. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios or edible flowers before serving. Serve with shortbread cookies (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
83g
Fat
76g
Carbs
8g
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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion South West Pacific Low Protein Desserts Fruit Australian European Refrigerator Dinner Party Summer Vegetarian Puddings And Mousses English Food Processor Blender Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Seasonal Low In Something Berries Pitted Fruit Cherries Peaches Taste Mood Sweet Equipment Small Appliance Presentation Served Cold
