Irish Blackberry Fool
Irish Blackberry Fool is a heavenly dessert that beautifully combines the tartness of fresh blackberries with the light, creamy sweetness of whipped cream. This delightful treat is perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion when you crave something indulgent yet refreshing. With its stunning purple layers, it’s sure to impress on any dessert table. Serve it chilled and enjoy every luscious bite as it takes you back to carefree childhood summers filled with laughter and sunshine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the blackberries under cool water, removing any stems, and set aside to drain.
- Blend half of the blackberries with lemon juice until slightly chunky.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold half of the blackberry puree into the whipped cream.
- Layer the mixture in serving glasses, adding whole blackberries on top.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting some blackberries with raspberries or strawberries. If using frozen blackberries, thaw them first to avoid excess water in the dessert.