This recipe makes a serving of healthy Eton mess that is perfect to enjoy for dessert or as a healthy snack. This recipe uses strained Greek yoghurt as a base instead of whipped cream which makes it a healthier alternative.

What is Eton Mess?

Eton mess is a simple English dessert that includes berries, whipped cream and meringue. It is thought to have originated at Eton College and apparently was served every year at their annual cricket match. The 'mess' in the name refers to the look of the dessert as all the ingredients are mixed together to create a messy looking dessert. Typically, strawberries alone were used but nowadays other berries such raspberries and blueberries are also used in different recipes.

Traditional Eton mess is made with whipped cream which means it is very high in calories and fat. This recipe uses strained 0% fat Greek yoghurt instead of cream which makes this delicious dessert a healthier alternative.

A serving of traditional Eton mess contains around 500 calories and 50g of fat. It also contains around 30g of saturated fat which isn’t ideal. This Eton mess recipe has around 180 calories and contains around 0.6g of fat which is much healthier especially if you’re counting calories and watching your fat intake.

Strained Greek yoghurt is high in protein so this dessert contains around 16g protein which is great for those trying to increase protein in their diet.

Ingredients for Healthy Strawberry Eton Mess

For the full list of ingredients and measurements, scroll to the recipe card below.

Greek yoghurt – use 0% fat strained Greek yoghurt.
Honey – use a little honey to slightly sweeten the Greek yoghurt.
Strawberries – for this recipe, I use fresh strawberries.
Meringue – for quickness and convenience, I use ready prepared meringue nests.

How to Make Healthy Strawberry Eton Mess

Add the yoghurt to a bowl

Make the base of the Eton mess by adding the the Greek yoghurt to a serving bowl. Usually whipped cream is used but to make it healthier, we're using Greek yoghurt which is low in fat and also high in protein.

Sweeten the yoghurt

Add in the honey and gently mix until combined.

Mix in ½ strawberries and ½ crushed meringue

Add in half of the chopped strawberries and half the crushed meringue then gently mix in with the greek yoghurt.

Top with the remaining chopped strawberries and crushed meringue

Top with the rest of the strawberries and crushed meringue then serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

You can also make this recipe with a little whipped cream added to the yoghurt for an even creamier texture.
This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more.

Storage

Make this healthy Eton mess to consume immediately. It takes very little time to make so no need to prepare in advance.

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Healthy Strawberry Eton Mess

This recipe for Eton mess uses strained Greek yoghurt instead of whipped cream so it is a healthier version of this classic dessert. Make this Eton mess to enjoy for dessert or as a healthy snack.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Author: Andrea

Yield: 1 serving

Calories: 186kcal

Ingredients

150g natural greek yoghurt (0% fat) I use Fage
1 teaspoon clear honey
100g strawberries (hulled weight) chopped into small cubes
1 medium meringue nest crushed

Instructions

Add the Greek yoghurt to a small serving bowl then add in the honey and gently mix.
Add in half of the chopped strawberries and half the crushed meringue then gently mix in with the greek yoghurt.
Top with the rest of the strawberries and the rest of the crushed meringue then serve immediately.