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 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mediterranean
- 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
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.