Mixed Berry Fruit Fool

Step 1

In a medium bowl, toss the strawberries with the sugar. Smash with a fork until they are jam-like and mostly pureed.

Step 2

Add in the raspberries and blueberries and crush lightly with the fork.

Step 3

Stir in the lemon juice and salt. Taste and add 1-2 more tablespoons of sugar, if desired.

Step 4

Transfer bowl to the freezer and chill, stirring every 5 minutes until very cold, about 20 minutes total.

Step 5

Pour heavy cream into a cold medium bowl along with the powdered sugar and beat with an electric mixer until firm peaks form

Step 6

Scoop the chilled fruit into the whipped cream and gently fold the mixture together with a rubber spatula until just incorporated, leaving some pretty streaks.

Step 7

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate overnight.

Step 8

Pipe or spoon portions into parfait glasses; garnish with small sliced strawberries and a mint leaf.