Cherry Meringue Dessert Recipe

Cherry Meringue Dessert Recipe

  • 6 egg whites
  • 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 cups crushed saltine crackers
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen reduced-fat frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 (20 ounce) can reduced-sugar cherry pie filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold in saltines and pecans.
  2. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned and edges begin to crack. Cool on a wire rack. Spread whipped topping over crust. Carefully spoon pie filling over top.