Apricot fool is a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the sweetness of apricots with a creamy and smooth sauce. This recipe yields a delicious apricot fool that serves 4 people. The fool consists of a creamy sauce made with skimmed milk, cornflour, low-fat spread, vanilla essence, and a touch of sugar, which is then mixed with a puree of canned apricots. The result is a light and luscious dessert with the perfect balance of flavors. The fool is spooned into individual glasses and chilled before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together and creating a cool and creamy treat.
To make the fool, the cornflour is blended with a small amount of milk to create a smooth paste. The remaining milk is then added to the saucepan, brought to a boil, and cooked until thickened. The low-fat spread, vanilla essence, and sugar are stirred into the thickened milk mixture and allowed to cool. Meanwhile, the canned apricots (excluding one for decoration) are pureed in a blender or food processor. The apricot puree is then folded into the cooled sauce. The resulting mixture is spooned into individual glasses and chilled for an hour before serving.
The finished apricot fool is a delightful dessert that is perfect for a light and refreshing treat. It can be enjoyed on its own or garnished with a slice of apricot for an added touch of elegance. Whether served after a meal or enjoyed as a midday snack, this apricot fool is sure to impress with its creamy texture and delightful apricot flavor.
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 300ml/10fl oz skimmed milk
- 15g/1/2oz low-fat spread
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 400g/14oz canned apricots in juice
PREPARATION:
- In a saucepan, blend the cornflour with 2 tablespoons of the milk using a wooden spoon to create a smooth paste.
- Add the remaining milk to the saucepan and bring it to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the low-fat spread, vanilla essence, and sugar. Allow the mixture to cool.
- Reserve half of an apricot for decoration, then puree the remaining apricots (including the juice) in a blender or food processor.
- Fold the apricot puree into the cooled sauce until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into individual glasses and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.
YIELD: Serves 4
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
- For an added touch, garnish each serving with a slice of reserved apricot.
- The fool can be served immediately after assembly, but chilling it allows the flavors to meld together and creates a refreshing and cool dessert.
Apricot fool is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of apricots with a creamy and smooth sauce. This recipe presents a delicious apricot fool that serves 4 people. The fool features a creamy sauce made with skimmed milk, cornflour, low-fat spread, vanilla essence, and a touch of sugar. This sauce is then combined with a puree of canned apricots, resulting in a luscious and refreshing dessert.
To prepare the fool, a smooth paste is created by blending cornflour with a small amount of milk. The remaining milk is then added to a saucepan and brought to a boil before stirring in the cornflour mixture. The mixture is cooked until thickened, after which the low-fat spread, vanilla essence, and sugar are stirred in and allowed to cool. Meanwhile, the canned apricots (excluding one for decoration) are pureed to create a smooth apricot puree. The puree is then folded into the cooled sauce. The resulting mixture is spooned into individual glasses and chilled for an hour before serving.
The finished apricot fool is a light and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy sauce complements the sweet and tangy flavors of the apricots, creating a harmonious balance. The fool can be enjoyed on its own or garnished with a slice of reserved apricot for an added touch of elegance. Whether served as a dessert after a meal or as a midday snack, this apricot fool is sure to impress with its smooth texture and delightful apricot flavor.
