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Ingredients

  • 2 cups of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 4 store-bought meringue nests, crushed

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Eton Mess

Created by: Howcan Team

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 4 store-bought meringue nests, crushed

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of sliced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  • In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold the crushed meringue nests into the whipped cream.
  • To assemble the Eton Mess, layer the macerated strawberries and whipped cream mixture in serving glasses, alternating between the two components.
  • Garnish with a few extra strawberry slices and a small piece of meringue on top.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
Dessert
British

Eton Mess is a classic English dessert that originated in the 19th century at Eton College, a prestigious boarding school near Windsor. This delightful treat is a simple yet indulgent combination of crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful medley of textures and flavors. The dish is said to have been created when a pavlova dessert was accidentally crushed, leading to the birth of this delightful concoction. Today, Eton Mess is a popular dessert in the UK, with many restaurants and cafes offering their own unique twists on the traditional recipe. For the best Eton Mess experience, seek out establishments that use high-quality meringue and fresh, ripe strawberries.

15 min

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4

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300 calories

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of sliced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  • In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold the crushed meringue nests into the whipped cream.
  • To assemble the Eton Mess, layer the macerated strawberries and whipped cream mixture in serving glasses, alternating between the two components.
  • Garnish with a few extra strawberry slices and a small piece of meringue on top.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
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