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A glass filled with layers of sliced strawberries, white cream, and pink meringue pieces, garnished with a mint leaf, on a white surface.
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Eton Mess for One

This Eton Mess for one combines fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and crunchy meringue for a simple dessert with layered texture and sweetness.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: English
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings (Adjustable): 1
Calories: 230kcal
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Ingredients

  • 12 medium fresh strawberries
  • 1 teaspoon caster sugar divided
  • 3 tablespoons cold cream I used all-purpose cream
  • ⅓ cup meringue or more
  • fresh mint optional garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Thoroughly wash and dry the fresh strawberries. Hull and slice each strawberry into 4.
    A whole strawberry and several sliced strawberry pieces are arranged on a scratched wooden cutting board.
  • In a small bowl, sprinkle half of the sugar over the strawberries and toss lightly. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
    A white bowl filled with sliced strawberries sprinkled with sugar sits on a light marble surface; a small empty white bowl is in the background.
  • Meanwhile, chop the meringue into different sizes to provide a variety of textures.
    A wooden tray with several pink meringue cookies, some whole and some broken, on a light surface; a glass bowl with more meringues is in the background.
  • Once the strawberries are macerated, lightly whip the cream with the remaining sugar. Using a hand mixer, whip the cold cream for 1 to 2 minutes.
    A glass bowl containing whipped cream and two metal beaters resting inside, on a white countertop.
  • Assemble the prepared ingredients into a clear glass. Add a tablespoon of whipped cream and half of the macerated strawberries.
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  • Add half of the chopped meringue.
    A glass filled with pink meringue pieces sits on a light-colored countertop next to a bowl of sliced strawberries and a partially visible plate.
  • Add the remaining whipped cream, macerated strawberries, and meringue.
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  • Top with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and enjoy immediately while the cream is cold.
    A glass of layered dessert with cream, sliced strawberries, and pink meringue pieces, garnished with mint leaves. Fresh strawberries and mint are on the table nearby.

Notes

Use fresh strawberries without molds and bruises.
This recipe uses all-purpose cream, but whipping cream would be ideal.
Most Eton Mess uses white meringue. For a pop of color with the strawberries, this recipe uses store-bought pink meringue.
The entire recipe used only 1 teaspoon caster sugar. This would allow the natural sweetness of strawberries to shine. Do not add too much sugar, as the meringue is already sweet enough.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 312mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 679IU | Vitamin C: 85mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg

Equipment

measuring spoon
Measuring Cup
Clear glass
Pairing Knife
Chopping board

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