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    Home » Desserts » Light Cherry Yogurt Coconut Fool

    Light Cherry Yogurt Coconut Fool

    Published: Jan 20, 2019 · Modified: May 29, 2019 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 10 Comments

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    Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool

    A lightened up version of a traditional "fool" dessert. This Cherry Yogurt Coconut Fool mini dessert is made with fresh or frozen cherries and Greek yogurt. 

    Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool

    Mini desserts like this Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool are often all we want after a big meal. This no-bake easy dessert is lightly sweetened with your choice of sweetener. Cherries add a delicate colour and natural sweetness. Pretty in pink!

    Lightened up Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool in mini dessert cups

    This mini dessert is ideal for any time of the year. When fresh cherries are available, it's a great way to celebrate cherry season! Frozen cherries are available year round and they're already pitted!  This Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool is perfect for a date night dessert at home, for Valentine's Day, Christmas, or any time you want a light healthy dessert.

    What is a Fool?

    A "fool" dessert is made by folding puréed fruit into either a sweet custard or whipped cream. I have a delicious recipe for an easy Raspberry Rhubarb Fool here on the blog that you might like.

    Today, however, I lightened this traditional English dessert by substituting plain Greek yogurt for the whipping cream. While you can use the sweetener of your choice, I used  zero-calorie Monkfruit with erythritol in this recipe.

    Since cherries and almond flavours go hand-in-hand, I added a tiny bit of pure almond extract to the mix. To add some contrast in texture and taste, I topped the dessert glasses with chopped salted pistachios. Flaked almonds are also delicious, however, and they complement the cherry-almond flavour of this mini cherry dessert.

    Close up view of Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool

    Let's make it!

    Ingredients to make this Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool

    • Greek yogurt:  use a very firm variety, the kind you can stand a spoon up in. I used 2%.
    • coconut:  medium unsweetened. It's optional if you don't like coconut.
    • sweetener:  zero-calorie sweetener (Monkfruit with erythritol is my favourite),  Swerve, sugar or honey.
    • cherries:  pitted fresh or frozen. You'll purée ¼ cup in a blender and halve an additional ½ cup to fold in.
    • pure almond extract: just ¼ teaspooon
    • roasted salted pistachios: coarsely chop to add a little salty interest, or substitute flaked almonds if you don't have pistachios.

    Tips to make this Mini Cherry Dessert

    To make this easy mini dessert, simply combine yogurt, coconut, sweetener, puréed cherries and almond extract in a small bowl. Gently fold in the halved cherries, fill dessert cups and garnish with a small dollop of yogurt and chopped nuts. If you're not serving on the same day, add the nuts just before serving so they don't become soggy.

    To make this dessert richer, you could substitute ¼ to ½ of the yogurt with whipping cream.

    I hope you like it as much as we do! If you make it, let me know in the comments below.

    Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool

    Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool

    A lightened up version of a traditional "fool" dessert. This Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool is made with fresh or frozen cherries and Greek yogurt. Perfect as a mini dessert!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 107kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 1 ⅓ cups Greek yogurt firm
    • 2 tablespoon coconut medium, unsweetened
    • 1.5 tablespoon sweetener sugar, honey, or zero-calorie sweetener like Monkfruit with erythritol or Swerve
    • ¼ cup cherries puréed
    • ½ cup cherries halved
    • ¼ teaspoon pure almond extract
    • 1 tablespoon salted pistachios or flaked almonds

    Instructions

    • Combine Greek yogurt, coconut, sweetener, puréed cherries and almond extract in a small bowl.
    • Gently fold in halved cherries.
    • Spoon into 4 mini dessert cups. Garnish with salted pistachios or flaked almonds. Chill until serving time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 1.8mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    Nutrition Facts
    Light Cherry Coconut Yogurt Fool
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 107 Calories from Fat 36
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 4g6%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Cholesterol 4mg1%
    Sodium 31mg1%
    Potassium 103mg3%
    Carbohydrates 9g3%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 7g8%
    Protein 8g16%
    Vitamin A 45IU1%
    Vitamin C 1.8mg2%
    Calcium 92mg9%
    Iron 0.3mg2%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Love mini desserts? So do I! Try these:

    • Mini No-Bake Cranberry-Orange Cheesecake
    • Mason Jar No-Bake Cheesecake
    • Mini Raspberry Peach Chia Seed Pudding
    • Dairy-Free Chocolate Mousse
    • Caramel Almond Crunch Nice Cream
    • Mason Jar Peach Crisp
    • Meyer Lemon Mini Parfait

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    1. [email protected]

      January 25, 2019 at 3:27 pm

      5 stars
      I have everything to make this gorgeous dessert, Elaine! I am delighted to see your lovely recipe for Light Cherry Yogurt Coconut Fool. My grandchildren are gluten-free and dairy-free. I know that they will love it! Many thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Wanda

      January 23, 2019 at 3:50 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like the perfect Valentine's Day treat! Or any day treat really! Gorgeous!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 25, 2019 at 3:36 pm

        Thanks Wanda, It's an easy one to make quickly, even for a weekday dessert!

        Reply
    3. Bernice Hill

      January 22, 2019 at 4:56 pm

      5 stars
      What a fabulous light dessert...it would be stunning with coconut yoghurt for a vegan option. Wish I had one of these right now!

      Reply
    4. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking

      January 22, 2019 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      I love cherry desserts and pairing them with almond extract is a nice touch! This is a perfect lightened up dessert to enjoy for Valentines! Pretty too! Pinned!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 23, 2019 at 3:52 pm

        Thanks Leanne. Now that I've discovered frozen cherries, I'm on a roll with cherry desserts!

        Reply
    5. Sheryl

      January 21, 2019 at 6:06 pm

      mmm. . . . this looks yummy, and would be a perfect light dessert after a meal.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 21, 2019 at 9:25 pm

        Thanks so much, Sheryl! Agreed, sometimes we just want a "taste" and don't need a big dessert. These mini desserts are perfect for those times! Thanks for commenting!

        Reply
    6. Cathy

      January 21, 2019 at 10:11 am

      5 stars
      What a pretty, light dessert - perfect for Valentine's Day! I agree that cherry and almond are a perfect combination! My husband loves cherries, so I'm Pinning this recipe.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 21, 2019 at 9:25 pm

        Thanks Cathy!

        Reply

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