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Strawberry Eton Mess for Mother's Day

Strawberry Eton Mess for Mother's Day

Cost $10, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 20 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Strawberries and Marination

    • 🍓 1 (16 ounce) package fresh strawberries, quartered
    • 🍚 2 tablespoons white sugar
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
    • 🌿 12 leaves basil, sliced

  • Cream Mixture

    • 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
    • 🍚 1 tablespoon white sugar
    • 4 tablespoons sour cream
    • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 🍚 3 tablespoons white sugar, or as needed

  • Caramelized Almonds

    • 🌰 ¼ cup chopped almonds, or to taste
    • 🍚 Sugar for caramelization

  • Final Layer

    • 1 (4.3 ounce) package plain meringue cookies, coarsely crushed

STEPS

1

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.

2

Whip heavy cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Slowly add 1 tablespoon sugar, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. Add sour cream and cream cheese and mix until evenly blended.

3

Sprinkle sugar into a heavy saucepan, covering the bottom with a thin layer. Cook over medium heat, adding more sugar slowly as it melts. Stir until amber and caramelized, then mix in almonds. Remove from heat, pour mixture onto parchment paper, and roll into a thin layer with another sheet of parchment. Allow to cool, then break into pieces.

4

Assemble the dessert by layering marinated strawberries, cream mixture, and crushed meringues in serving dishes. Repeat the layers and garnish the top with caramelized almond pieces, additional meringues, and strawberries.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

545

Calories

  • 6
    Protein
  • 59
    Carbs
  • 33
    Fats

💡 For a more vibrant flavor, let the marinated strawberries sit longer.Use chilled cream and bowl for easier whipping.Prepare the caramelized almonds in advance to save time.Experiment with additional garnishes like mint leaves or chocolate shavings.