Mix-and-Match Fools

A delightful dessert combining whipped cream with macerated berries, folded together to create a light and fruity treat. Perfect for a refreshing summer dessert.

4 servings
4 hr 23 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chilled heavy cream
  • 1 Tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lb berries
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • tsp kosher salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Using the largest (and widest) whisk you have, beat cream, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a large chilled bowl until soft peaks form, 3-6 minutes, depending on how many breaks you take.

    6 min

  2. 2.

    Do Ahead: Whipped cream can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Just before serving, whisk cream once or twice to refluff, but don't overwhip it.

    120 min

  3. 3.

    Combine berries, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Let sit, tossing occasionally, until juicy, at least 15 minutes.

    15 min

  4. 4.

    Add berries to whipped cream and fold gently until mixture is streaky but barely combined (just one or two strokes should do it). Scoop into small glasses.

    2 min

  5. 5.

    Do Ahead: Berries can be macerated 2 hours ahead. Leave at room temperature.

    120 min