There’s something about strawberries, cream, and a sunny afternoon that feels like summer has truly arrived. Inspired by long days on the tennis court and leisurely garden picnics, these Strawberry Meringue Tennis Picnic Stacks are a fun and effortless dessert that looks impressive but takes just minutes to assemble ☀️
Using The Glorious Mess strawberry meringue nests, fresh strawberries, and softly whipped cream, this recipe captures everything we love about Wimbledon season. Whether you're hosting friends to watch the tennis, packing a picnic hamper, or simply looking for an easy summer dessert, these towering meringue stacks are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Why You'll Love This Recipe 🍓
- Ready in just 10 minutes
- No baking required
- Perfect for Wimbledon parties and summer gatherings
- Light, fruity, and beautifully Instagram-worthy
- Easy to customise with your favourite berries and toppings
Ingredients
Serves 2-4
- 4 The Glorious Mess Strawberry Meringue Nests
- 200ml double cream
- 250g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tbsp strawberry sauce or coulis
- Optional: freeze-dried strawberry pieces for decoration
- Optional: icing sugar for dusting
Method
Step 1: Prepare the cream
Whip the double cream until it forms soft peaks. Be careful not to overwhip, you want it smooth and spoonable.
Step 2: Build the stacks
Place one meringue nest onto a serving plate. Add a generous spoonful of whipped cream and a few slices of fresh strawberry.
Top with another meringue nest and repeat the layers until you've created a tall, show-stopping stack 🍓
Step 3: Add the finishing touches
Drizzle strawberry sauce over the stack, allowing it to cascade down the sides. Scatter over additional strawberries and a sprinkle of freeze-dried strawberry pieces for extra colour and flavour ✨
Perfect for Wimbledon season 🎾
Few flavour combinations are as iconic as strawberries and cream during the tennis season. These Strawberry Meringue Tennis Picnic Stacks take that classic pairing and transform it into a playful dessert centrepiece that's perfect for sharing. Set out a blanket, gather your favourite people, and enjoy a little slice of summer. No Centre Court ticket required.
Looking for more easy summer desserts? Our range of meringue nests makes creating beautiful puddings simple, whether you're hosting a garden party, planning a picnic, or celebrating a special occasion 🍓🎾✨
