How to Make Eton Mess - A Step-by-Step Guide

Eton Mess is a classic British dessert that is perfect for summer. It is a delicious combination of meringue, whipped cream, and fresh berries, all mixed together to create a light and refreshing treat. This dessert is not only easy to make, but it also looks impressive and tastes amazing, making it the perfect finale to any meal.

Legend has it that Eton Mess originated from Eton College, a prestigious boarding school in England. The story goes that the dessert was first created when ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ¾ pound fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons sweet sherry
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Beat egg whites and salt in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until they just hold soft peaks. Gradually mix in 1 cup sugar, then continue to beat until meringue holds stiff, glossy peaks. Spoon meringue into 4 equal mounds on the prepared baking sheet. Spread each into 3 1/2-inch rounds, smoothing the tops.
  • Bake in the middle of the preheated oven until crisp and firm, about 1 1/2 hours. Turn the oven off and leave meringues in until completely cooled, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, halve some strawberries for garnish and set aside. Slice remaining strawberries and place in a small bowl with sherry and 1 tablespoon sugar. Stir and let macerate for 20 minutes.
  • Drain macerated strawberries in a sieve set over a bowl, reserving syrup.
  • Beat cream in a chilled bowl until it just holds stiff peaks. Beat reserved syrup into the cream.
  • Place meringues on serving plates. Top with macerated strawberries and spoon cream mixture over top. Garnish plates with halved strawberries.
  • Nutrition

    358 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 151mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 58g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 50mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 212mg