Cranberry fools

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Cranberry fools
35 min.
5
449kcal

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Cranberry Fools, a vegetarian and gluten-free dessert that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tang. With a preparation time of just 35 minutes, this elegant dish makes for an exquisite side that’s sure to impress your guests. The vibrant cranberries, bursting with flavor, are gently cooked down with sugar, creating a luscious base that’s both refreshing and satisfying.

What sets this dessert apart is its luxurious texture, achieved by folding whipped double cream into the cranberry mixture, resulting in a beautifully marbled effect. Each spoonful offers a heavenly combination of creamy and fruity notes, an indulgence your taste buds will thank you for! This recipe serves five, making it ideal for an intimate gathering or a festive celebration.

The pièce de résistance of this Cranberry Fools recipe is the dazzling sugared cranberries that crown each bowl. Coated in a delicate layer of sugar, these decorative treats add a festive flair and an extra layer of texture to this delightful dish. Whether you enjoy them on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day, Cranberry Fools are an unforgettable addition to your dessert repertoire. Pair it with cinnamon shortbread for a delightful contrast, and let your culinary creativity shine!

Ingredients

  • 200 cranberries 
  • 200 caster sugar 
  • 400 ml double cream 
  •  egg white 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • mixing bowl
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Froth the egg white with a fork.
  4. 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.
  5. To serve, top each fool with a few sugared cranberries and serve with Cinnamon shortbread (see 'Goes well with').

Nutrition Facts

Calories449kcal
Protein2.7%
Fat56.77%
Carbs40.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.02
Glycemic Load
29.44
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
4.9947825747987%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
18.57mg
Delphinidin
3.07mg
Malvidin
0.18mg
Pelargonidin
0.13mg
Peonidin
19.66mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin
1.75mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.39mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
2.65mg
Quercetin
5.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:449.14kcal
22.46%
Fat:29.24g
44.99%
Saturated Fat:18.51g
115.71%
Carbohydrates:46.97g
15.66%
Net Carbohydrates:45.53g
16.56%
Sugar:44.02g
48.91%
Cholesterol:90.94mg
30.31%
Sodium:32.89mg
1.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.12g
6.25%
Vitamin A:1207.02IU
24.14%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.37%
Vitamin D:1.29µg
8.58%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.46%
Vitamin C:6.08mg
7.37%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.35%
Fiber:1.44g
5.76%
Calcium:57.14mg
5.71%
Selenium:3.89µg
5.56%
Phosphorus:51.98mg
5.2%
Vitamin K:4.58µg
4.36%
Potassium:119.03mg
3.4%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.35%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.56%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.24%
Magnesium:8.69mg
2.17%
Copper:0.04mg
1.77%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.57%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.41%
Iron:0.2mg
1.1%