1-First, rinse the fresh raspberries gently under cold water and drain thoroughly. If you’re short on time, frozen ones work too, but fresh adds that extra pop of flavor.

2-Second, whip the 2 cups of cold heavy cream until soft peaks form; for vegan or low-calorie options, whip the chosen cream substitute to keep it light and airy.

3-Third, gently fold in the 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons of raspberry liqueur or water into the cream for that sweet touch.

4-Fourth, carefully fold in the 3 cups of raspberries, crushing some lightly to release their juice and incorporate their flavor into the mix.

5-Fifth, spoon the mixture into serving glasses or bowls, adding layers of the 8 whole vanilla wafers or other cookies for a nice crunch.

6-Final step: Chill the raspberry fool in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to set. Garnish with fresh raspberries or mint sprigs if you want to impress your guests.