Best Mixed Berry Fool Reduced Calorie Recipes
CHEF JOHN'S FRESH BERRY FOOL
While certainly not light on the calorie counter, this berry fool (from the French 'fouler' meaning 'to mash') is shockingly airy on the palate. It's that contrast between the rich, fluffy cream and the syrupy, tangy fruit that makes this so much greater than the sum of its parts. Fresh berries are a classic, but this would work with peeled, diced, ripe peaches.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Strawberry Dessert Recipes
Time 1h18m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries in a bowl. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/4 cup sugar. Stir until sugar is mixed with fruit and juices begin to form. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Place heavy cream and creme fraiche in a cold bowl. Add 1 tablespoon sugar and vanilla extract. Whisk until mixture has soft peaks and sharp lines, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Place some cookie crumbs in the bottom of each serving dish. Spoon in some of the fruit and a layer of whipped cream. Repeat layers, ending with a sprinkle of cookie crumbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.4 calories, Carbohydrate 64.8 g, Cholesterol 113.2 mg, Fat 41.7 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.7 g, Sodium 286.5 mg, Sugar 30 g
BLACKBERRY FOOL
Whipping up this dessert may be the wisest decision you'll make in the summer: It comes together quickly and uses only five ingredients. Mashed juicy berries folded into lightly whipped cream results in a simple dish that manages to feel both decadent and light. Macerating ripe in-season blackberries in sugar extracts their natural sweetness and goodness. Serve this dish with shortbread cookies for a buttery crumble to contrast the creamy blend.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories custards and puddings, dessert
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the blackberries in a medium bowl and sprinkle with the granulated sugar, then drizzle with the vanilla. Toss lightly to evenly coat. Allow to steep for 10 minutes, then mash the blackberries until they release their juices and form a thick pulp.
- Combine the heavy cream and confectioners' sugar in another medium bowl. Use an electric stand or hand mixer or whisk to whip the cream to medium peaks. (When you lift the beater or whisk, the cream should hold a peak for a moment.)
- Pour the berry mixture over the cream and use a rubber spatula to gently fold until combined. You can leave streaks of the berry mixture or completely incorporate it. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. To serve, scoop into glasses or dishes and top with cookies if desired.
MIXED BERRY FOOL (REDUCED CALORIE)
I got this reduced-calorie recipe from Family Circle magazine. According to the magazine, "English cooks made the original fools with pureed gooseberries folded into whipped cream, but mixed berries are also irresistible." The prep time does not include 50 minutes for freezing.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Smoothies
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In small saucepan, combine raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, orange juice and sugar.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-high and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Carefully add fruit mixture to food processor and puree until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh strainer and place in the freezer for about 50 minutes, or until very cold.
- Place thawed whipped topping in a medium-size bowl; fold in yogurt and cooled fruit puree until just combined.
- Serve immediately.
- Garnish with berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.2, Fat 0.7, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 34.8, Protein 1.6
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