Dessert: United Kingdom – Eton Mess

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Eton Mess recipe
Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep 10 min
Cook 0 min
Additional 15 min
Total 25 min

Ingredients

3–4 large meringue nests, roughly broken
1 lb / 450 g strawberries, quartered
2 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
1 cup (240 ml) whipping cream
1 / 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Toss strawberries with sugar and let macerate 10–15 minutes.
2. Whip the whipping cream with vanilla until soft peaks form.
3. Fold half the meringue pieces into the whipped cream to combine.
4. Gently fold in the macerated strawberries, leaving some whole for texture.
5. Spoon into individual glasses or one large bowl, sprinkle remaining meringue on top, and serve immediately.
Estimated Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 4

Calories: 228 kcal
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Protein: 1.7 g
Fat: 21.5 g
Saturated fat: 13.7 g
Cholesterol: 67 mg
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 16 mg
Potassium: 57 mg
Calcium: 39 mg
Iron: 0.06 mg
Vitamin A: 245 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 0.4 mg
Vitamin D: 1 µg

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:31+00:00

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
1890
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Berkshire
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=1890

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!