Eton Mess Recipe
Classic dessert with meringue, cream, and strawberries
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Ingredients
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Meringue
Cream
Strawberries
Method
Meringue Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
- 3
Add Sugar Gradually
Gradually add the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
- 4
Incorporate Cornstarch and Vinegar
Gently fold in the cornstarch and white vinegar until well combined.
- 5
Pipe or Spoon Meringue
Spoon or pipe the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet in circular shapes or nests.
- 6
Bake the Meringues
Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 7
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Strawberry Preparation
- 8
Prepare Strawberries
Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them. Toss the sliced strawberries with the granulated sugar and let them sit for about 10 minutes to macerate.
Assembly
- 9
Combine Ingredients
Once the meringues have cooled, gently break them into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the meringue pieces, whipped cream, and macerated strawberries.
- 10
Serve
Gently fold the ingredients together to create a swirled effect. Serve immediately in dessert bowls.
