Cherry Meringue Dessert

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A delicate, airy heart-shaped meringue filled with rich cream cheese and sweet cherries
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This elegant Cherry Meringue Dessert combines the crisp, sugary exterior of a baked meringue with a luscious, creamy interior. The base is a sturdy yet light meringue shell, baked low and slow to ensure it stays crisp while drying out completely. Inside, a velvety blend of cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, and whipped cream provides a rich, tangy contrast to the sweet, juicy cherry pie filling. Shaped into a romantic heart, this dessert is perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special celebration. It offers a delightful textural experience, balancing the airy crunch of the meringue with the smooth, cool filling and the burst of fruit flavor.

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Cherry Meringue Dessert

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 129.1

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This elegant Cherry Meringue Dessert combines the crisp, sugary exterior of a baked meringue with a luscious, creamy interior. The base is a sturdy yet light meringue shell, baked low and slow to ensure it stays crisp while drying out completely. Inside, a velvety blend of cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and whipped cream provides a rich, tangy contrast to the sweet, juicy cherry pie filling. Shaped into a romantic heart, this dessert is perfect for Valentine's Day or any special celebration. It offers a delightful textural experience, balancing the airy crunch of the meringue with the smooth, cool filling and the burst of fruit flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 275&# 194;°F (135ðC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. In a clean, grease-free mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
  3. Add cream of tartar and beat until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. Spoon the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet. Using the back of a spoon, shape the meringue into a 9-inch heart, building up the edges slightly to create a bowl-like cavity.
  6. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Turn off the oven and let the meringue cool completely inside the oven with the door closed to prevent cracking.
  7. While the meringue cools, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
  8. Gently fold in whipped cream until well blended.
  9. Once the meringue is completely cool, place it on a serving platter.
  10. Fill the meringue shell with the cream cheese mixture and top with cherry pie filling. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 129.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 41.8mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 30.2g11%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 30.2g
Protein 2.8g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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