Strawberry Fool: An Easy Valentine's Dessert
Strawberry Fool is a quick and easy Valentine's Day dessert that combines fresh strawberries and whipped cream. This light and airy treat is perfect for impressing your guests or enjoying a sweet, refreshing indulgence. Customize it with liqueurs or additional fruits for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries
- Heavy cream (heavy whipping cream)
- Sugar
- Vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- Optional: Grand Marnier, Chambord, or other fruit liqueurs
Instructions
- Whip the chilled heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- If desired, fold in vanilla bean paste or a splash of liqueur and return to the fridge.
- In a large bowl, mash the fresh strawberries with sugar and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold the mashed strawberries into the whipped cream, saving some mashed strawberries for topping.
- Spoon the mixture into individual dishes, top with reserved strawberries, and garnish with sliced strawberries.
Notes
- For a twist, try using other berries like raspberries or blueberries.
- Lemon zest and juice can be added to the strawberries for a fresh zing.
- For a more adult version, consider adding a splash of Grand Marnier or Chambord to the whipped cream.
