A fool is a classic British dessert made from a fruit compote and whipped cream.

Don’t let the name confuse you. This is an easy, delicious and summery dessert, not a reference to the person standing at the grill.

A fool is a classic British dessert made from a fruit compote and whipped cream. Traditionally, the two components are folded together, but they also can be layered in a parfait glass.

In our revision, we’ve opted to grill the fruit rather than cook it on the stovetop. Grilling the fruit keeps your kitchen cool and adds a wonderful smoky-caramel flavor to the fruit.

We’ve opted for a mixture of strawberries and peaches, but pineapple and banana with a little toasted coconut on top would be a great tropical fool. Or use apples and pears with a little cinnamon added to the whipped cream.