Chef John's Fresh Berry Fool
Chef John's fresh berry fool recipe starts with a lemon-sugar-macerated trio of fresh berries, whipped crème fraîche and heavy cream, and shortbreads.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries in a bowl. Add ¼ cup sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice; stir until sugar is mixed with berries and juices begin to release. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Place heavy cream and crème fraîche in a cold bowl. Add remaining 1 tablespoon sugar and vanilla extract; whisk until soft peaks and sharp lines form, 5 to 8 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Place some cookie crumbs in the bottom of each serving dish. Spoon in some macerated berries and a layer of whipped cream. Repeat layers, ending with a sprinkle of cookie crumbs.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)