Blackberry Borage Fool

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Blackberry Borage Fool
45 min.
4
283kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with our Blackberry Borage Fool, a stunning dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious. This vegetarian and gluten-free treat combines the vibrant taste of fresh blackberries with the unique floral notes of borage flowers, creating a refreshing and elegant dish perfect for any occasion.

Imagine a luscious, creamy base infused with the delicate essence of borage, complemented by the tartness of blackberries and a hint of ginger. This dessert not only pleases the palate but also captivates the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for your next gathering or a special treat for yourself.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this delightful fool, which serves four. Each serving is a light yet satisfying 283 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The combination of whipped cream and fresh fruit creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, while the borage flowers add a touch of whimsy and elegance.

Whether you're hosting a summer brunch, a garden party, or simply looking to impress your loved ones with a unique dessert, the Blackberry Borage Fool is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a dessert that celebrates the beauty of nature and the joy of cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup the petals from dandelion flowers for garnish
  • cups blackberries fresh divided
  • tablespoon powdered sugar 
  • teaspoon ginger fresh freshly grated (from)
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon juice of lime freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sieve
  • blender

Directions

  1. Put heavy cream and borage flowers in a covered container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours. In a bowl, combine 2 cups of the blackberries with lime juice and ginger and let them infuse for the same amount of time as the cream.
  2. Mash the blackberry mixture by hand or in a food processor.
  3. Strain borage-infused cream through a fine-mesh strainer and discard the solids.
  4. Combine with confectioners' sugar in the bowl of a mixer, and whip on medium-high speed for 5 minutes, or until cream is soft and billowy, but firm. Reserve a small amount for garnish, if desired.
  5. Gently fold blackberry mash into borage cream. Divide the remaining 2 cups of blackberries between four tall cups or parfait glasses and top with the borage blackberry cream.
  6. Garnish with reserved borage cream, if desired, and borage flowers.
  7. To use borage flowers, first pluck the flower from the plant at the base of its stem. Then wash and dry the flowers and, using a thumb and forefinger, gently tug at one of the five blue petals. The blue flower should easily come apart from its hairy green star-shaped receptacle.
  8. Reprinted with permission from Cooking with Flowers: Sweet and Savory Recipes with Rose Petals, Lilacs, Lavender, and Other Edible Flowers by Miche Bacher; photography by Miana Jun. Copyright © 2013 by Miche Bacher; photographs © 2013 by Quirk Productions, Inc. Published by Quirk Books

Nutrition Facts

Calories283kcal
Protein5.44%
Fat67.73%
Carbs26.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10
Glycemic Load
1.56
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.584347792294%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
143.93mg
Pelargonidin
0.65mg
Peonidin
0.3mg
Catechin
53.37mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
6.71mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.98mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.96mg
Quercetin
5.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:283.39kcal
14.17%
Fat:22.31g
34.32%
Saturated Fat:13.71g
85.67%
Carbohydrates:19.88g
6.63%
Net Carbohydrates:11.1g
4.04%
Sugar:10.79g
11.99%
Cholesterol:67.24mg
22.41%
Sodium:17.68mg
0.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.03g
8.06%
Iron:12.08mg
67.11%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.64%
Vitamin C:31.75mg
38.48%
Fiber:8.78g
35.12%
Vitamin K:30.44µg
28.99%
Vitamin A:1184.69IU
23.69%
Vitamin E:2.24mg
14.95%
Copper:0.25mg
12.32%
Potassium:405.39mg
11.58%
Magnesium:43.08mg
10.77%
Folate:38.81µg
9.7%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.85%
Calcium:81.65mg
8.17%
Phosphorus:81.34mg
8.13%
Vitamin D:0.95µg
6.35%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.07%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.55%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.89%
Selenium:2.38µg
3.4%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.31%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.78%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.59%
Source:Epicurious