I debated what to call this formula. I know I can’t get away with calling it parfait or short cake, because this berry and cream concoction is a dessert of its own. So I finally decided to call a spade a spade by giving it its traditional (but unlucky) name: the “fool” fruit. Well, ladies and gentlemen, I want to introduce you to a 4 ingredient recipe for summer fruit trick that you didn’t know you needed in your life. Stick with me, you’ll be glad you did.
Before we find out exactly what a stupid fruit To beLet’s talk about dessert at dinner party. While I believe it’s always a good idea to offer something sweet to end a meal, once you’ve dealt with appetizers, drinks, mains and side dishes—desserts is a good opportunity to keep it simple.
That’s why this summer donkey fruit is one of my go-to dinner parties. Not only does it mix together in less than 15 minutes, you can whip it up first and have it ready in the fridge before guests arrive. Most importantly – it’s a real crowd pleaser that people lose their minds when they take their first bite. If you’re new to the world of fruit trick recipes, read on because once you start, you won’t be able to stop.
What exactly is a donkey fruit?
Fruit trick is a traditional British dessert made by folding thick custard or whipped cream into stewed or marinated fruit. It can be made with just about any fruit you can think of: stewed apples in the fall, rhubarb and strawberries in the spring, and even mango in the summer. My favorite version is this cherry, raspberry and raspberry combination – the sweet and sour fruit is the perfect accompaniment to ice cream.
Stupid version of me appear At first glance similar to a snack, as I covered some of the berries with the cream mixture in individual glasses. However, a little story usually includes cake as one of its layers, while a fool skips that step and keeps it simple with just berries and cream.
How to turn a fool
Although the traditional British trick recipe starts with fruit stew, mine was don’t cook version. You simply mash the fruit by combining it with sugar and lime juice to create a liquid and intense flavor. It creates a thick paste that gives the ice cream all its delicious flavors.
Then you fold the whipped fruit into the whipped cream. You can continue folding until the color becomes more uniform, or just a few folds to avoid streaks. I prefer the latter — the color is dramatic as you can see the fruit bands create an almost marble effect. Either way, you want to serve it really cold for a dessert that’s creamy and satisfying, yet feels just right for a hot summer night.
The perfect dessert for a summer dinner party
Every year, I look for a simple, signature dessert to serve at dinner parties throughout the season. This summer, a fruit trick is my answer. Not only is it super easy to make for a crowd, but the presentation feels festive enough for a party. I love seeing the colorful layers of berries and cream in the individual glasses, but for a different presentation you can scoop it into a large plate or a glass bowl. Add a serving spoon for guests to scoop their portion, or go wild and give everyone a separate spoon to dig, family style.
If you want to make this in advance, the fruit and cream mix will magically keep for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator. Layer with berries just before serving. Scroll down to find the recipe, and if you make it, leave us a rating and let us know how it goes.
