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

When it comes to impressive yet effortless desserts, the Strawberry-Raspberry Eton Mess is a winner. This classic English dessert is a delightful combination of fresh berries, whipped cream, and crunchy meringue, resulting in a dessert that is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious.

Named after the prestigious Eton College, the Eton Mess is believed to have originated in the 19th century and has since become a beloved dessert around the world. This recipe puts a modern twist...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries, divided
  • 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon rose water
  • 8 small plain meringue cookies

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Add 1 tablespoon sugar and vanilla extract gradually, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Chill in the refrigerator.
  • Combine 1/2 of the raspberries, 1/2 of the strawberries, remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl. Mash with a fork and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • To serve, combine mashed fruit and cream in a bowl. Add the remaining strawberries, raspberries, and rose water; fold everything together.
  • Place your meringues in a bowl and break them up into a mix of small and big chunks for a good texture.
  • Layer meringues and cream mixture into dessert bowls or glasses and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    417 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 92mg
    • Sodium: 59mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 41g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 146mg