My mom recently came by to visit and brought us 3 pounds of strawberries and a box of Apple Jacks Cereal. (I’m not quite sure why she got us Apple Jacks – it must have been an impulse buy) Aren’t moms the greatest though? It doesn’t matter how old you are — you are still their baby. Thank you mom, I love you!! I ate a whole pound all by myself the next day and wanted to find other ways to consume the rest of the berries. Which brings us to this recipe…Strawberry Lemon Fool.
What’s a “fool” you might ask…well it’s an English dessert that is made of puréed fruit and sweetened whipped cream. Strawberries and whipped cream go so well together and the lemon adds a brightness to the dish. It’s airy and sweet. You can make a berry fool in no time and it’s great when you have a bunch of berries on hand. These can be made ahead of time and totally be dressed up for a fun brunch with friends or a fancy dinner party.
Strawberry & Lemon Fool
Time: 15 mins Serves: 4
Ingredients:
1 lbs. fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
¼ C granulated sugar
1 C heavy whipping cream
2 Tbs powdered sugar
Zest of one lemon (about a heaping tsp of zest)
1 Tbs fresh lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 strawberries, halved and mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Directions:
- Combine sliced strawberries and granulated sugar into a medium sized bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Purée half of the strawberries. Pour the purée strawberries back into the bowl of sliced strawberries.
- In a medium bowl, add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat until soft peaks form (about 5 minutes to 7 minutes do not over beat or you’ll have butter). Gently fold in lemon zest. (if you use a cold bowl and cold beaters the cream will whip up faster – so put those babies into the fridge before beating)
- Add strawberries to whipped cream and gently fold to combine. Divide equally into 4 glasses or bowls and garnish with a fresh strawberry half and mint. (I didn’t have any mint on hand…so mine are missing the mint)
- Cover with plastic wrap and pop into the fridge until you’re ready to eat.
Enjoy!!
ps…this is for you…Jessica (my berry fool pro) and Cara (my lemon loving friend) xoxo!
Okay...I bought some mint so that I can fancy this up for you to see -- I didn't want to leave you hanging...
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Quyen, this reminds me of my childhood in Serbia. My mom made whipped cream with strawberries, the sweetest, small, dark red berries that smelled wonderfully from far away. I loved that, but never made it for my girls. And now you reminded me of it – thanks:)
Your photos are awesome!
Oh those are just beautiful! I love fools, it’s wonderful how something so simple can be such an elegant/decadent little treat. Of course I can only make them when company is here. Otherwise I’d just have to take care of it all myself! Will have to try yours though, strawberry and lemon are such a great combo. ☺
Lana: I think it’s beautiful how food can tell a story. I’m so excited that this post reminded you of your childhood treat and I know your girls will enjoy it as much as you did!!
hobby baker: Thank you!! I know exactly what you mean — I’m struggling to not eat all of them myself! 🙂
I love fools! 🙂 They have such great fruit flavor and are so elegant for something so simple. I never have tried strawberry and lemon in one, though. It sounds perfect.
Nicole: Yay! Fools are definitely effortless elegance.
omg you are soooo fancy! i probably would have pictured it with one spoon to signify that I would eat all 3 by myself. very impressive.
I enjoyed meeting you at Camp Blogaway. Your blog looks… stunning! It really is like a kitchen runway. 🙂 I also love quinoa, and think your recipe looks awesome. Can’t wait to try it.
xoxo
Jen
Domestic Divas
http://www.domesticdivasblog.com
P.S. I’m adding you to my blog roll…
Great recipe, I have some strawberries so I will make it today
It’s strawberry season here in Southern California and my frig is bursting with them! This recipe is just perfect to use up some of them! Thanks…can’t wait to try this!
Quyen! This looks so incredible I might just have to make it…tonight. My mother used to make something similar for me and my sisters in the summertime. And, when she was feeling lazy (or we were feeling impatient) she would just stick some strawberries (and blueberries, too!) into a small bowl of cream for each of us! Moms are the greatest. 🙂
–Meredith
Oooooh! Kind of like a strawberry mousse. I want to dive head first into your strawberry lemon fool. So fluffy!
Amee: You’re too cute! There’s a real good reason why there’s only 3 glasses instead of 4. I ate it – you know – quality control.
Jen! Thanks!!! It was so great meeting you at camp! You’re so much fun! Can’t wait til you try the quinoa recipe. Take care and looking forward to keeping in touch! and thanks a million for adding me to your blog roll!! xoxo!
Ari’s simple cake recipe: Thank you!!
Beth: It’s definitely strawberry season here in So Cal and I’m lovin’ it!
Meredith: Thank you! Oh….blueberries…that might be my next fool! 🙂 YUM! Agree – moms are the best!! (especially when they make yummy desserts for their girls!)
Gastronomer: Super fluffy and “light”. I could have eaten all of them myself…oh wait, I did!
Dang, Fool! That looks so delicious — Perfect for summer and of course, runway ready 🙂 Awesome, Quyen!
Averagebetty: Thanks, Fool! I love your sense of humor and you’re always so freakin witty! Take care!