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Strawberry Fool

Strawberry fool is a dessert made by gently folding fresh, mashed strawberries into sweetened whipped cream, resulting in a light, airy, and creamy mixture. The dish is typically chilled until set, with a smooth texture and vibrant color that showcases the fruit's natural juiciness. It is served cold, often garnished with additional strawberries or mint leaves.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand whisk or electric mixer
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Serving glasses or bowls

Method
 

  1. Place sliced strawberries in a bowl
  2. Add sugar and mix well
  3. Let them sit for 10–15 minutes to release juices
  4. Mash half of the strawberries lightly with a fork
  5. In another bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form
  6. Add vanilla extract and mix gently
  7. Fold the lightly mashed strawberries and their juices into the whipped cream, leaving gentle ripples rather than fully mixing
  8. Spoon into serving glasses
  9. Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving