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A glass of Strawberry Eton Mess with whipped cream strawberries and meringues.

Photo by Alex Lau, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich

A classic British dessert made of whipped cream, store-bought meringues, and fruit, this recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive. The meringues will soften as they sit, giving just the right amount of texture.

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