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Gooseberry Fool

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Gooseberry Fool is a delightful dessert that blends tart gooseberries with creamy yogurt and double cream, creating a light and refreshing treat perfect for warm days.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 ½ cups gooseberries, top and tailed (about 500g)
  • 6 tbsp caster sugar (about 42g)
  • 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt (about 400g)
  • 3 tbsp icing sugar (about 24g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla paste (about 5ml)
  • 1 ¾ cups double cream (about 400ml)

Instructions

  • Combine gooseberries and caster sugar in a saucepan with a splash of water; heat until simmering.
  • Mash the berries into a chunky puree and let cool.
  • Whisk Greek yogurt, icing sugar, and vanilla paste until smooth.
  • Add double cream to yogurt mixture and whisk gently until slightly thickened.
  • Fold in the cooled gooseberry puree, maintaining a ripple effect.
  • Spoon into ramekins or glasses and chill before serving.

Notes

Select ripe gooseberries for the best flavor.
Whisk double cream until it holds soft peaks for a light texture.
Can substitute gooseberries with raspberries or blueberries for a twist.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 26
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 40