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Eton Mess – Strawberries, meringue, and cream.

Rating

Calories: 387 Calories

Cooking time: 10 mins

Recipe ingredients:

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Categories: Desserts, British Cuisine, Summer Recipes, No-Bake Desserts, Fruit Desserts, Classic Recipes, Quick & Easy, Gluten-Free Options, Berries, Whipped Cream Dishes

About

Eton Mess is a traditional English dessert consisting of a simple yet indulgent combination of strawberries, pieces of crispy meringue, and rich whipped cream. This dessert is famously served at Eton College's annual cricket game against Harrow School and has become a beloved summer treat across the UK. Creating Eton Mess is a delightful balance of flavors and textures, with the sweetness of the strawberries cutting through the richness of the cream, while the meringue pieces add a pleasing crunch. It's a perfect no-fuss dessert that's as easy to assemble as it is delicious, often enjoyed at picnics, barbecues, or as a sumptuous after-dinner treat. Description by ChatGPT.

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Preppy Kitchen's Classic Eton Mess

recipes.curator42.653 months agoWaivio3 min read

Indulge in the quintessentially British dessert, the Eton Mess, with Preppy Kitchen's delightful recipe. A sumptuous blend of crisp meringues, luscious whipped cream, and succulent strawberries, this dessert is simplicity and elegance in a bowl. Perfect for a sunny garden party or as a refreshing summer treat, join me, John Kanell of Preppy Kitchen, as we craft this symphony of sweetness to perfection.

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Ingredients:

- 4 large egg whites, room temperature

- 1 cup super fine sugar

- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar

- Pinch of salt

- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

- 1 and 1/2 pounds of fresh strawberries

- 2 tablespoons sugar (to macerate strawberries)

- 2 cups heavy cream

- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar (optional, for whipped cream)

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Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour + 1-2 hours drying time

Total Time: Approximately 3 hours

Servings: 8

Equipment: Mixer, piping bag with star tip, baking sheets, parchment paper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).

2. In a mixer, combine the egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt. Start whipping on low and gradually increase speed.

3. Slowly add the super fine sugar while mixing. Aim for a slow, steady stream to prevent deflating the egg whites. Whip until you achieve stiff, marshmallowy peaks.

4. Once stiff peaks form, gently fold in the vanilla extract.

5. Prepare a piping bag fitted with a star tip (like an 869) and pipe meringue kisses onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Space them evenly.

6. Bake the meringue kisses in the preheated oven for one hour, then turn off the oven and leave them to dry in the oven for an additional 1-2 hours with the door closed.

7. While the meringues are baking, hull and slice 1 and 1/2 pounds of strawberries and macerate them with 2 tablespoons of sugar.

8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks. Optionally sweeten with confectioners' sugar to taste.

9. Once the meringues are cooled and dried, crumble enough to have roughly 2 cups.

10. To assemble the Eton Mess, layer crumbled meringues with macerated strawberries and whipped cream in a serving bowl or individual glasses. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.

11. Serve immediately for a delightful contrast of textures or let it meld together for a short time in the fridge for a softer sensation.