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eton mess recipe

Eton Mess Recipe

Freya
Eton Mess, a beloved classic British dessert, is a delightful treat cherished for its simplicity and irresistible flavors. With its layers of pillowy whipped cream, crunchy meringue cookies, and juicy fresh strawberries, it is a dessert that never fails to impress.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Egg whites
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 pint Strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 4 Meringue cookies

Instructions
 

  • Whip egg whites until soft peaks form.
  • Add sugar gradually and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  • Pipe or spoon the meringue onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake until crispy.
  • Crush fresh strawberries with sugar and balsamic vinegar.
  • Let the mixture macerate for a while to enhance the flavors.
  • Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  • Fold the crushed meringues into the whipped cream.
  • Layer the whipped cream, strawberry sauce, and sliced strawberries in a glass bowl or individual serving dishes.
  • Garnish with a meringue cookie.
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