Description
Indulge in the delightful Irish Blackberry Fool, a no-bake dessert that beautifully combines the sweetness of fresh blackberries with a creamy mixture of whipped cream and Greek yogurt. This elegant treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer picnic or an intimate dinner party. Its light and airy texture, paired with vibrant flavors, makes it an instant favorite. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, allowing you to focus on enjoying time with your guests rather than spending hours in the kitchen. Each serving is an inviting layer of berry goodness topped with fluffy cream, making it as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier (optional)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 4 teaspoons cold water
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice; heat until softened (5-7 minutes). Let cool.
- Bloom gelatin in cold water; set aside.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold in Greek yogurt.
- Warm bloomed gelatin to dissolve; gently fold into cream mixture.
- Layer blackberry mixture and cream in serving glasses.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg