Bilberries with Whipped Cream

Method

Gently rinse the fresh bilberries and place them in a large bowl. Sprinkle the caster sugar over the berries and leave to macerate for 15 minutes at room temperature, allowing their natural juices to release. In a separate bowl, whip the double cream with the icing sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form, being careful not to over-whip. Divide the macerated bilberries between four serving bowls or glasses, then top each portion generously with the whipped cream. Serve immediately whilst the berries are still chilled and the cream is freshly whipped.