Best 12 Cranberry Fool Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, cranberry fool stands as a testament to the irresistible charm of simplicity. This classic English dessert, believed to have originated in the 16th century, captivates taste buds with its creamy texture, vibrant ruby hue, and refreshing tartness. Crafted from a harmonious blend of fresh cranberries, sugar, heavy cream, and often infused with aromatic spices, cranberry fool emerges as a symphony of flavors and textures, offering a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity. Whether served as an elegant finale to a special meal or enjoyed as a delightful afternoon treat, this timeless dessert holds a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CRANBERRY-MANGO FOOL WITH GINGERSNAPS



Cranberry-Mango Fool with Gingersnaps image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     dessert

Time 37m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups cold leftover cranberry-mango relish, recipe follows
2 cups cold heavy cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coarsely crushed gingersnaps
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, red or yellow, diced
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 cups orange juice
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 pound cranberries
2 ripe mangoes, halved, pitted and diced
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Put the cranberry-mango relish in a food processor and process until smooth.
  • Whip together the cream, sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cream in a separate bowl. Fold the puree into the remaining cream until just combined. Fill each red wine goblet 1/2 way with some of the fool and sprinkle with some of the gingersnaps. Fill the goblets the rest of the way with the fool, top with a dollop of the remaining whipped cream and a sprinkling of gingersnap.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add onions and ginger and cook until soft. Add orange juice and brown sugar and cook until the sugar is completely melted and the mixture thickens slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add half of the cranberries and cook until they pop. Add remaining cranberries and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the mangoes and zest. Serve at room temperature.

STRAWBERRY FOOL



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sliced strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cups heavy cream
Mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the strawberries (reserve a few slices for garnish), sugar and lemon juice. Puree until smooth. Push the berry mixture through a sieve and discard the seeds.
  • Using an electric mixer, whip the cream just until stiff peaks form. Take a large spoonful of the whipped cream and stir it into the strawberry puree to lighten the mix. Fold the strawberry mixture gently into the whipped cream. Gently spoon the fool into a chilled serving bowl and garnish with the reserved strawberries and mint leaves. Refrigerate before serving, at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.

STRAWBERRY FOOL



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This Minimalist recipe is as basic as dessert gets, and especially in strawberry season it's just perfect. It is essentially fresh strawberries and whipped cream (substitute heavy cream, sour cream or yogurt). It can be eaten right away or refrigerated. Only a fool would pass this up.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     brunch, easy, quick, dessert

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pint strawberries
1/2 cup sugar, or to taste
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional

Steps:

  • Hull strawberries, then wash them and chop into 1/4-inch-thick pieces. Toss with half the sugar, and wait 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they give up their juices.
  • Place half the strawberries and all the juice in a blender, and puree. Pour puree back in bowl with chopped strawberries.
  • Whip the cream with remaining sugar and vanilla until cream is stiff and holds peaks easily. Fold berries and cream together, and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to two hours.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 331, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 24 milligrams, Sugar 31 grams

CHEF JOHN'S FRESH BERRY FOOL



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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

1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blackberries, broken in half
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
¼ cup white sugar
1 cup chilled heavy cream
¼ cup creme fraiche
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup crushed shortbread cookies

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

CRANBERRY FOOLS



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James Martin's Christmassy cranberry fools are quick to prepare and the recipe is easily increased to serve a crowd

Provided by James Martin

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

200g cranberries , plus 15 extra to decorate
200g caster sugar , plus 3 tbsp extra to decorate
400ml double cream
1 egg white

Steps:

  • Put the cranberries in a pan with 150g of the sugar. Gently heat until the sugar begins to melt, then cover and cook for 5-10 mins until the berries are soft. Mash with a potato masher and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Stir in 200ml of the cream and chill until cool.
  • In a bowl, whip the remaining cream with the remaining 50g sugar until soft peaks form. Scrape onto the cranberry mixture and fold 1-2 times to very lightly marble. Spoon between 5 small bowls - the fool will marble more as you spoon into the dishes. Cover and chill for at least 2 hrs or up to 24 hrs.
  • Froth the egg white with a fork. Put the extra 3 tbsp sugar on a small plate. Tip the extra cranberries for decoration into the egg white, then drop into the sugar. Shake the plate to roll and coat the berries. Repeat a few times, leaving the sugar to set for a couple of mins between each. Chill until ready to serve.
  • To serve, top each fool with a few sugared cranberries and serve with Cinnamon shortbread (see 'Goes well with').

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 24 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 54 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.09 milligram of sodium

CRANBERRY FOOL



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Found this little gem for 2 people in a Nova Scotia cookbook. This is cranberry country so there is an abundance of recipes using them. It is light, easy and tasty so hope someone enjoys. I am sure it could be doubled.

Provided by waynejohn1234

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup cranberries (preferably fresh)
1/3 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
2/3 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, sugar and 1/3 cup WATER.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Simmer, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Puree this mixture in blender with liqueur.
  • Put in metal bowl and set in ice water.
  • Allow to stand, stirring occasionally, until cool.
  • Beat cream until it holds soft peaks.
  • Stir 1/4 into mixture and then fold in remaining.
  • Spoon into 2 stemmed glasses and chill 20 minutes or freeze for 10.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.1, Fat 29.4, SaturatedFat 18.3, Cholesterol 108.7, Sodium 30.9, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 34.8, Protein 1.8

CRANBERRY FOOL



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A "fool" is a dessert made by folding pureed fruit into whipped cream. In this delectable version, cranberry sauce is the featured fruit. If you're pressed for time, you can use 2 cups frozen whipped topping instead of the whipping cream.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
Additional grated orange zest, optional
Fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, orange zest and allspice. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into dessert dishes. Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with orange peel and mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CANADIAN CRANBERRY FOOL



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Make and share this Canadian Cranberry Fool recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups boiling water
2/3 cup slivered orange rind
3 cups granulated sugar
1 cup orange juice
6 cups cranberries
2 tablespoons orange liqueur (optional)
2 cups whipping cream

Steps:

  • In saucepan of boiling water, simmer orange rind until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain through sieve into 2 cup measure; set rind aside. Add enough water to liquid to make 1 1/3 cups.
  • In large heavy saucepan, combine reserved liquid, sugar and orange juice; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in cranberries and reserved rind; increase heat to high and boil, stirring often, until cranberries have popped and formed sauce, about 7 minutes. (Cranberry sauce mixture can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.).
  • Up to 4 hours before serving, pick out and reserve 12 of the best looking berries from sauce. Transfer remaining cranberry mixture to large bowl; stir in orange liqueur (if using). Whip cream; fold into cranberry mixture, leaving streaks. Spoon into fruit nappies or stemmed glasses. Garnish each serving with reserved berry. Makes 12 servings.
  • The Canadian Living Cookbook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.7, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 54.3, Sodium 17.2, Carbohydrate 60.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 53.6, Protein 1.2

RASPBERRY FOOL



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A close rendition to the classic English recipe, this light and airy, berry dessert comes from Margaret Minnich of Columbus, Ohio.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup fresh raspberries
2 to 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash the raspberries; stir in 1-2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar and lime juice. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. , In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add remaining sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Fold into raspberry mixture. Spoon into dessert dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BLACKBERRY FOOL



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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

1 pint fresh blackberries (12 ounces)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Shortbread cookies, for serving (optional)

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.

RASPBERRY FOOL



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Turn summer's last berries into this cool, puddinglike treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 cups raspberries
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Process 1 1/2 cups raspberries in a food processor until smooth. Using a rubber spatula, press through a sieve set over a bowl; discard solids.
  • In a mixing bowl, whip cream with sugar to stiff peaks; gently fold in raspberry puree. Spoon into glasses, topping or layering with remaining 1 1/2 cups raspberries.
  • Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 g, Fat 23 g, Protein 2 g

RASPBERRY FOOL RECIPE (EASY NO-BAKE DESSERT)



Raspberry Fool Recipe (Easy No-Bake Dessert) image

This Raspberry Fool is ready in 12 minutes and is full of flavor!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Dessert

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces frozen raspberries (mostly thawed)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
⅓ cup sugar
1½ cups heavy cream
⅓ cup powdered sugar
fresh raspberries to serve on top ((optional garnish))

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, blend the raspberries, lemon juice, and sugar. Set aside.
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form (it took a few minutes).
  • Gently fold the raspberry mixture into the whipped cream. You can partially fold it in so that it has raspberry streaks or you can mix it completely so that it's a pink dessert - either way is great.
  • Serve immediately or keep in the fridge for a few hours (this is best served the day of!).
  • If desired, top each serving with fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 22 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries instead. Just be sure to thaw them before using.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the cranberry puree. This will help to create a smooth and consistent texture.
  • Sweeten the cranberry puree to taste. You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
  • Whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks. This will help to create a light and fluffy fool.
  • Fold the cranberry puree into the whipped cream. Be careful not to overmix, or the fool will become too runny.
  • Serve the fool immediately, or chill it for later. Cranberry fool can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cranberry fool is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is light and fluffy, with a tart and tangy flavor. Cranberry fool can be served on its own or with a variety of toppings, such as fresh berries, nuts, or granola. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give cranberry fool a try.

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