Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is Eton Mess, a quintessentially British dessert that captivates the senses with its delightful combination of textures and flavors. This classic treat is a playful ensemble of crisp meringue shards, luscious strawberries, and velvety whipped cream, resulting in a symphony of sweet, tangy, and airy sensations.
This recipe guide offers two variations on this beloved dessert: a traditional Eton Mess and a boozy twist infused with sweet elderflower liqueur. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the original or desire a touch of floral elegance, these recipes will guide you to create a perfect Eton Mess that will impress and delight.
ETON MESS
There is no variation of this pudding I don't like, and I must have made several in my time. This one uses bottled, proper fresh pomegranate juice to encourage the strawberries to ooze out their fragrant summery juices. If you're making this with out-of-season strawberries, then you stand a chance of using freshly squeezed pomegranate juice, in which case, sprinkle some seeds on top of this voluptuous mound of meringue and berry-spiked cream.
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Hull and chop the strawberries and put into a bowl and add the sugar and pomegranate juice and leave to macerate while you whip the cream.
- Whip the cream in a large bowl until thick but still soft. Roughly crumble in 4 of the meringues nests - you will need chunks for texture as well as a little fine dust.
- Take out about half a cupful of the chopped strawberries, and fold the meringue cream and rest of the fruit mixture together.
- Arrange on 4 serving plates or glasses or in a mound, and top each with some of the remaining macerated strawberries.
ETON MESS
Steps:
- Pour 2 packages of the raspberries, 1 cup of the sugar and the lemon juice into a 10-inch saute pan. Crush the berries lightly with a fork and bring the mixture to a full boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is syrupy. Fold the remaining 2 packages of raspberries and the framboise into the hot mixture and refrigerate until very cold.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the cream, the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar and the vanilla together on medium-high speed until it forms firm peaks.
- In decorative glasses, layer a spoonful of the whipped cream, a spoonful of the raspberry mixture and then a few meringue pieces. Repeat once or twice, depending on the size of the glasses, until the glasses are full, ending with berries and a dollop of cream. Serve immediately or chill for an hour, until ready to serve.
STRAWBERRY-RASPBERRY ETON MESS
A delicious quick twist on traditional strawberries and cream. Quick to make and looks good when serving to guests for dessert. Make it extra special by adding the optional vanilla essence and rose water.
Provided by misbah
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 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 Facts : Calories 416.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 91.7 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 59.3 mg, Sugar 41 g
STRAWBERRY ETON MESS FOR MOTHER'S DAY
This Eton mess is a fast and easy dessert filled with cream, marinated strawberries, and meringue topped with caramelized almonds. Try it for Mother's Day!
Provided by Francisca Azeredo Lobo
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine strawberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, balsamic and raspberry vinegars, and basil in a bowl. Let sit until strawberries have released their juices and absorbed all the flavors, at least 15 minutes.
- Whip heavy cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Add 1 tablespoon sugar gradually, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. Add sour cream and cream cheese and mix until evenly blended.
- Sprinkle some sugar into a heavy saucepan until the bottom of the pan is covered with a thin layer. Cook over medium heat and as sugar starts to melt, sprinkle in a little more. Cook and stir until sugar is caramelized and amber in color. Stir in almonds. Remove from the heat and pour onto a sheet of parchment paper. Place another piece of parchment paper on top and use a rolling pin to roll it into a thin layer. Allow to cool, then break into pieces.
- Place some marinated strawberries in the bottom of 4 serving dishes. Layer with cream and top with crushed meringues. Continue layers all the way to the top of the dishes, garnishing the top with caramelized almond pieces, more meringues, and strawberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Cholesterol 103.4 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 100.5 mg, Sugar 52 g
ETON MESS
Categories Milk/Cream Egg Fruit Dessert Bake Strawberry Sherry Spring Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 225
- Bake in middle of oven until crisp and firm, about 1 1/2 hours. (If weather is humid, cooking time may be longer.) Cool meringues completely on baking sheet in turned-off oven or on a rack and carefully peel off parchment.
- Halve some small strawberries for garnish. Slice remaining strawberries and stir together with Sherry and remaining tablespoon sugar in a small bowl. Macerate 20 minutes. Drain strawberries in a sieve set over a bowl, reserving syrup. Beat cream in a chilled bowl until it just holds stiff peaks and beat in reserved syrup. Spoon cream mixture over meringues and top with strawberry slices. Garnish plates with halved berries.
Tips:
- To make the perfect meringue, ensure your mixing bowl and whisk are completely clean and free of any grease. Any residue can prevent the egg whites from whipping up properly.
- Whip the egg whites gradually, starting on a low speed and increasing it as the whites begin to foam. This will help to incorporate air and create stiff peaks.
- Be patient when whipping the cream. It may take a few minutes for it to reach stiff peaks. Don't over-whip, or it will become grainy.
- Use ripe, seasonal strawberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can spoon the meringue and cream into the serving glasses.
- Serve the Eton mess immediately, or it will start to lose its structure.
Conclusion:
Eton mess is a classic British dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of sweet strawberries, creamy meringue, and whipped cream, it's sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give Eton mess a try. You won't be disappointed!
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