Eton Mess

  • Ingredients
    5 Ingredients
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Category
    Dessert
  • Video
    Video Guide

The classic British Eton mess — clouds of whipped cream, crushed meringue and fresh strawberries tumbled together into an effortless, irresistible summer dessert.

Ingredients

  • 500g Strawberries
  • 400ml Double Cream
  • 3 x 7.5cm Meringue Nests
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Cordial
  • sprigs of fresh Mint

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Dairy Fruity Desert Treat Speciality

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Preparation

  1. Purée half the strawberries in a blender. Chop the remaining strawberries, reserving four for decoration.
  2. Whip the double cream until stiff peaks form, then fold in the strawberry purée and crushed meringue. Fold in the chopped strawberries and the ginger cordial, if using.
  3. Spoon equal amounts into four cold wine glasses and serve garnished with the reserved strawberries and a sprig of mint.

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