Description
Silky rhubarb fool delights with Aunt Rosa’s cherished family recipe, blending tart fruit and creamy sweetness. Rose-hued layers of nostalgia invite dessert enthusiasts to savor a classic British summer treat you’ll want to share with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (946 ml) chopped fresh rhubarb
- 1 cup (237 ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract (optional)
Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon (7 g) powdered sugar (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Transform rhubarb into a luscious compote by combining it with granulated sugar and lemon juice in a medium saucepan, gently simmering and stirring until the fruit breaks down into a velvety, thick mixture.
- Enhance the compote with a whisper of vanilla extract, then transfer to a cool environment, allowing the mixture to reach room temperature or expedite chilling in the refrigerator.
- Prepare a cloud-like cream foundation by whipping heavy cream with powdered sugar until it forms delicate, soft peaks that hold their shape with elegant gentleness.
- Create visual intrigue by carefully integrating the cooled rhubarb compote into the whipped cream, using a folding technique that produces either a marbled swirl or a uniform rosy hue.
- Transfer the ethereal dessert into elegant serving vessels, ensuring each portion captures the delicate balance of tart rhubarb and sweet cream.
- Refrigerate the fool for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to set, transforming it into a refreshing and sophisticated dessert perfect for warm afternoons.
Notes
- Choose rhubarb stalks that are firm, bright pink or red, and free from blemishes for the most vibrant and flavorful dessert.
- Adjust sugar levels based on rhubarb’s natural tartness – taste the compote while cooking and add more sugar if needed for balanced sweetness.
- For a gluten-free version, serve the fool in gluten-free glasses or small mason jars to ensure dietary compatibility.
- Create a lighter version by substituting whipped cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream for a healthier alternative that maintains the creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg