Rhubarb fool

A simple but classic English dessert, ‘foole’ is first noted in 1598, with the earliest recipes being fruitless and based on cream and eggs. In the 16th and 17th centuries, it was thought that fruit was unhealthy but could be made safe by boiling it to a pulp. The resulting fruit purée could then be chilled and folded through a ‘foole’ to make a light dessert. Many modern recipes skip the traditional custard and simply use whipped cream, but the custard definitely gives the fool more body…

Rhubarb Fool Recipe

A fool is an old-fashioned English dessert, but it never goes out of style because it’s simple, delicious, and beautiful. Plus, any fool can make it since it’s only...

Creamy, tangy chilled Rhubarb Fool is an easy dessert recipe that is a 'must make' during rhubarb season. A simple homemade rhubarb compote is combined with lightly whipped cream, drizzled with sweet rhubarb juice and chilled. It's like eating a light rhubarb cloud! Naturally gluten-free.

Served with stem ginger biscuits, this easy rhubarb fool recipe is a great way to use up a glut of homegrown rhubarb.

Full of bright, fresh flavour, this fruity fool is a creamy base swirled with the easiest rhubarb and strawberry jam. A deliciously light and fruity summer...

What is a Rhubarb Fool? It’s a traditional English custard that’s light, sweet, and tangy topped with freshly whipped cream. It’s a perfect dessert to enjoy on a warm spring day...

A "fool" is a British dessert that's usually made with custard. This is a modified, quicker version I created. My kids love it because it doesn't taste like rhubarb—so I guess it's well named! —Cheryl Miller, Fort Collins, Colorado

A fragrant mess of custard, cream and rhubarb with ginger biscuits for dipping. You can make your own biscuits or use shop-bought ones.

Strawberry Rhubarb Fool is a simple and refreshing dessert, perfect for any occasion. It is easy to prepare using fresh ingredients.