Eton Mess

Eton Mess
United-Kingdom
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (600 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4-6 store-bought meringue nests or homemade meringues, roughly crushed

Instructions

Prepare the Strawberries

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped strawberries and granulated sugar.

Gently toss to coat the strawberries in the sugar and set aside for about 10 minutes, allowing the strawberries to macerate and release their juices.

Whip the Cream

In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Whip the cream until it forms soft peaks.

Assemble the Eton Mess

Gently fold the macerated strawberries and their juices into the whipped cream.

Add the roughly crushed meringue nests and fold gently to combine.

Serve

Spoon the Eton Mess into individual serving bowls or glasses.

Enjoy your meal!