Easy Creamy Strawberry Eton Mess Recipe 5-Minute Perfect Dessert
A quick and easy dessert combining fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and crunchy meringue for a light, creamy treat ready in just 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 small meringue nests (about 1 cup or 30-40g), crushed lightly
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup (150g) of fresh strawberries, hull, and quarter them. Set aside in a bowl.
- Place your mixing bowl and whisk or beaters in the fridge for 10-15 minutes beforehand if possible.
- Pour 1 cup (240ml) of heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously by hand or use an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form—about 3-5 minutes.
- Break up 4 small meringue nests (about 1 cup or 30-40g) into bite-sized pieces.
- Gently fold the quartered strawberries and crushed meringue into the whipped cream with a spatula using light, sweeping motions to keep the cream fluffy and avoid breaking the meringue too much.
- Spoon the mixture into serving glasses or bowls and serve immediately.
Notes
Use chilled cream and cold utensils for best whipping results. Assemble just before serving to keep meringue crunchy. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and powdered sugar with a plant-based sweetener. Variations include using mixed berries, adding nuts, or drizzling chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Eton Mess, strawberry dessert, quick dessert, creamy dessert, meringue dessert, easy dessert, summer dessert