Lemon Fool with Fresh Berries Recipe

Name: Lemon Fool with Fresh Berries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp (25 mL) cornstarch; 1/2 cup (125 mL) cold water; 2/3 cup (150 mL) granulated sugar; 1 tbsp (15 mL) finely grated lemon zest; 1/3 cup (75 mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 egg yolks; 1 cup (250 mL) plain low-fat yogurt; 1/2 cup (125 mL) whipping (35%) cream; 4 cups (1 L) fresh berries, such as sliced strawberries, raspberries or blueberries; Additional berries, fresh mint sprigs and grated lemon zest

Servings: persons

2 tbsp (25 mL) cornstarch
1/2 cup (125 mL) cold water
2/3 cup (150 mL) granulated sugar
1 tbsp (15 mL) finely grated lemon zest
1/3 cup (75 mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 egg yolks
1 cup (250 mL) plain low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup (125 mL) whipping (35%) cream
4 cups (1 L) fresh berries, such as sliced strawberries, raspberries or blueberries
Additional berries, fresh mint sprigs and grated lemon zest

1
In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch with water; whisk until smooth.
2
Add sugar, lemon zest, juice and egg yolks; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture comes to a full boil; cook for 15 seconds.
3
Remove from heat and pour into a large bowl.
4
Let cool slightly.
5
Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.
6
(Recipe can be prepared to this point up to 1 day ahead.)
7
Whisk lemon mixture until smooth.
8
Whisk in yogurt.
9
In bowl, using electric mixer, beat cream until stiff peaks form.
10
Gently fold into lemon-yogurt mixture.
11
Arrange half the berries in six parfait or large wine glasses.
12
Top with half the lemon fool; layer with remaining berries and lemon fool.
13
(Recipe can be prepared to this point and refrigerated for up to 4 hours.)
14
To serve, garnish with whole berries, mint sprigs and grated lemon zest.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp (25 mL) cornstarch, 1/2 cup (125 mL) cold water, 2/3 cup (150 mL) granulated sugar, 1 tbsp (15 mL) finely grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Lemon Fool with Fresh Berries falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Fool with Fresh Berries

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