Eton Mess with Strawberries and Elderflower

A light and refreshing twist on the classic Eton Mess, infused with the delicate floral notes of elderflower. Perfect after a light meal like grilled salmon and asparagus.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

355 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£1.29/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

2Egg whites(Large, at room temperature)

£0.20

100gGranulated sugar(Superfine sugar is preferred)

£0.15

1Pinch of salt

250mlHeavy cream(Well-chilled)

£1.50

2tbspElderflower cordial

£0.30

400gFresh strawberries(Hulled and quartered)

£2.50

4Mint sprigs(For garnish (optional))

£0.50

Total Cost

£5.15

£1.29 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 100°C (212°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
3.
Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition until the meringue is glossy and smooth.
4.
Spoon or pipe the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet into small nests or rounds.
5.
Bake for 1.5 - 2 hours, or until the meringues are crisp and dry. Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside the oven with the door slightly ajar.
6.
While the meringues are cooling, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the elderflower cordial.
7.
Once the meringues are cool, gently crush them into smaller pieces.
8.
In individual serving glasses or bowls, layer the crushed meringue, whipped elderflower cream, and quartered strawberries. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
9.
Garnish with fresh mint sprigs, if desired, and serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (215g)

355 kcal / 1485 kJ

Carbs

33g

13% of RDA

Fat

24.5g

35% of RDA

Protein

2.5g

5% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

30 g

33% of RDA

Sodium

60 mg

3% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Make sure your bowl and whisk are completely clean and dry for the best meringue results.

If you don't have time to make your own meringues, you can use store-bought meringues.

For a more intense elderflower flavor, you can macerate the strawberries with a tablespoon of elderflower cordial for 30 minutes before assembling the Eton Mess.

To make a vegan version use aquafaba for the meringue and a vegan whipping cream.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Baking sheet

Mixing bowls

Whisk

Wine Pairings

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Complete the Meal

Main Course

Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

A quick and healthy high-protein dinner featuring baked salmon with bright lemon and herb flavors, served with tender roasted asparagus.

30 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"Pairs perfectly with this dessert"

Starter

Watercress and Pea Soup with Mint

A light and refreshing soup, perfect as a starter.

30 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"This light and vibrant soup offers a refreshing start to the meal. The peppery watercress and sweet peas provide a counterpoint to the richness of the salmon, while the mint complements the herbal notes and prepares the palate for the lemon flavors to come, keeping the meal feeling fresh and healthy."

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Chef's Tips

Make sure your bowl and whisk are completely clean and dry for the best meringue results.

If you don't have time to make your own meringues, you can use store-bought meringues.

For a more intense elderflower flavor, you can macerate the strawberries with a tablespoon of elderflower cordial for 30 minutes before assembling the Eton Mess.

To make a vegan version use aquafaba for the meringue and a vegan whipping cream.

Eton Mess with Strawberries and Elderflower

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