Barefoot Contessa Eton Mess Recipe
The Barefoot Contessa Eton Mess Recipe is a sweet, fruity and creamy dessert. It combines fresh berries, whipped cream and crumbled meringues for a simple yet elegant treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ΒΌ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade meringue cookies crumbled
- Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
Whip the Cream
- Pour heavy cream into a large mixing bowl. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Prepare the Berries
- Wash and dry strawberries and raspberries. Slice strawberries into small pieces. Keep raspberries whole for texture and visual appeal.
Crumble the Meringues
- Break meringue cookies into small bite-sized pieces. Keep some larger for texture. Set aside for layering with cream and berries.
Combine Ingredients
- In a large bowl, gently fold berries into whipped cream. Add half of the crumbled meringue. Mix lightly to avoid breaking the berries.
Layer the Dessert
- In serving glasses or bowls, layer cream, berries and meringue. Repeat layers if needed. Top with remaining meringue pieces.
Garnish and Serve
- Optional: place a few mint leaves on top for color. Serve immediately. The dessert is best fresh for crispy meringue.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe berries for best flavor.
- Beat cream until stiff peaks form to hold layers.
- Fold ingredients gently to avoid crushing berries.
- Serve immediately for crispy meringue texture.
- You can prepare cream and berries ahead, but add meringue before serving.