Description
Strawberry Eton Mess is a delightful, no-bake dessert that combines sweet strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, tangy sour cream, and crunchy meringue cookies. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients:
- 1 (16-ounce) package fresh strawberries, quartered
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
- 12 leaves fresh basil, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon white sugar (for whipping cream)
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons white sugar (for cream mixture)
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1 (4.3-ounce) package plain meringue cookies, coarsely crushed
Optional Add-Ons:
- Additional fresh berries (blueberries or raspberries)
- Chocolate sauce drizzle
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss strawberries with 2 tablespoons white sugar, balsamic vinegar, raspberry vinegar, and sliced basil. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to macerate.
- In a separate large bowl, whip the heavy cream with 1 tablespoon sugar until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, mix sour cream, cream cheese, and 3 tablespoons sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully combined.
- Fold in half of the crushed meringue cookies and chopped almonds into the cream mixture.
- Layer the cream mixture and macerated strawberries in individual serving glasses or a trifle dish. Top with remaining crushed meringue and almonds.
- Garnish with additional berries, mint leaves, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best texture, assemble just before serving to keep the meringue crisp.
- You can prepare the cream and strawberry mixture ahead of time and refrigerate separately.
- Swap basil with mint for a more classic twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: British-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: undefined
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: undefined
Keywords: Strawberry Eton Mess, Summer Dessert, No-Bake Strawberry Dessert, Creamy Meringue Parfait