Blackberry Fool Recipe
British · Dessert · 20 min total
A classic English dessert featuring layers of sweetened blackberry puree, light whipped cream, and crunchy meringue pieces for a delightful contrast of textures.
20
min prep
min prep
4
servings
servings
320
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blackberries (about 10 oz)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed meringue cookies (or store-bought meringues)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine blackberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Mash with a fork until saucy but still chunky. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold half of the blackberry mixture into the whipped cream until just combined, creating a marbled effect.
- Layer the fool in serving glasses: spoon a dollop of the cream mixture, then a layer of crushed meringues, then a spoonful of remaining blackberry mixture. Repeat layers until glasses are full.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with a few fresh blackberries and a sprinkle of crushed meringue if desired.
Tips
- For a smoother texture, you can strain the blackberry mixture to remove seeds.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 day; the meringues may soften slightly.
- Substitute frozen blackberries (thawed) if fresh are not available.
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