Description
A light and creamy dessert featuring sweet-tart raspberry and rhubarb compote folded into fluffy whipped cream for an easy and elegant treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rhubarb, chopped
- 1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rhubarb, raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is soft and the mixture has thickened, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the compote cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled raspberry-rhubarb compote into the whipped cream, swirling slightly to create a marbled effect.
- Spoon the fool into serving glasses or bowls.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with extra raspberries or a sprig of mint, if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute part of the whipped cream with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust the sugar based on the sweetness of your raspberries and rhubarb.
- Best served the day it is made, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg