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Preparation Time:
20 Min.
20 Min.
Cooking Time:
120 Min.
120 Min.
Rest Time:
0 Min.
0 Min.
Total Time:
140 Min.
140 Min.
Description:
Eton Mess is a quintessentially British dessert, known for its delightful combination of crunchy meringues, rich whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. It's a celebratory dish often associated with Eton College and is particularly enjoyable during the warmer months when strawberries are in season.
Ingredients:
Servings :
4
large egg whites
250
g
caster sugar
1
tsp
white vinegar
300
ml
double cream
400
g
fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
2
tbsp
icing sugar
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
(optional)
Cooking Instructions:
Meringues:
Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add caster sugar, beating continuously until the mixture is glossy and stiff. Gently fold in the vinegar.
Spoon dollops of the meringue mixture onto the baking sheet. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until crisp and dry. Leave to cool completely.
Whipped Cream:
In a bowl, whip the double cream with icing sugar until soft peaks form.
Assembly:
Roughly crush the meringues and gently fold them into the whipped cream, maintaining a chunky texture. Add the halved strawberries, reserving some for garnish.
To Serve:
Divide the mixture into serving bowls. Garnish with reserved strawberries and optional mint leaves.
Notes:
Adjust the sugar in the cream to taste.
You can use store-bought meringues to save time.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Per Container:
Serving Amount
% Daily Value *
Calories 450 kcal
23
Total Fat 28 g
44
Saturated Fat 17 g
85
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 95 mg
32
Sodium 60 mg
3
Total Carbohydrates 44 g
15
Dietary Fiber 2 g
8
Sugars 42 g
Protein 4 g
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. (Data for reference only)