Best 7 Tart Cherry Meringue Dessert Recipes

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If you are looking for a delightful dessert that is both tangy and sweet, look no further than this delectable tart cherry meringue dessert. With its vibrant filling made from fresh tart cherries and a light and fluffy cloud of meringue on top, this dessert is sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Its preparation is relatively simple, requiring only a few common ingredients and basic cooking techniques. So, grab your apron and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHERRY MERINGUE DESSERT



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Who can resist luscious cherries floating over a rich creamy layer tucked inside a crispy shell? This tempting dessert looks almost too good to eat, but don't let that stop you-it's sure to impress your sweetheart - Kay Curtis, Guthrie, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
FILLING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add cream of tartar; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved., Spoon meringue onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Using the back of a spoon, form meringue into a 9-in. heart shape, building up edges slightly., Bake at 275° for 1-1/2 hours. Turn oven off and do not open door; leave meringue in oven for 1 hour. Remove from the oven; cool completely., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream until mixture is well blended. To serve, place heart on a serving platter; fill with cream cheese mixture and top with pie filling.

Nutrition Facts :

TART CHERRY MERINGUE DESSERT



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I've made this cherry dessert for years to serve at baby showers, birthday parties and other special occasions. People really enjoy the tender crust, cherry filling and melt-in-your-mouth meringue. Every time I serve it, someone asks for the recipe. -Kathryn Dawley, Gray, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shortening
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
TOPPING AND FILLING:
3 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries
3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
2 teaspoons lemon juice
6 to 8 drops red food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Add egg, stirring with a fork. Press mixture onto bottom and up sides of a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake until lightly browned, 20-22 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°., In a small bowl, beat egg whites with vanilla and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold in almonds., Drain cherries, reserving juice. Add enough water to juice to measure 1 cup; pour into a saucepan. Stir in tapioca, egg yolks and remaining sugar; let stand 5 minutes. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cherries, lemon juice and, if desired, food coloring., Pour into crust. Immediately spread meringue over top, sealing edges to crust. Bake until meringue is golden brown, 22-25 minutes., Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

VERY CHERRY MERINGUE DESSERT



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Cherry Meringue Dessert combines layers of a crispy tender meringue with a smooth cream cheese mixture that's slathered with a sweet-tart cherry topping.

Provided by Hostess At Heart

Categories     Dessert

Time 13h25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 egg whites
1/2 tsp cream of tartar
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups sugar
8 oz cream cheese
1-1/4 cup sugar
2 cups whipped topping
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 tsp vanilla
20 oz cherry pie filling (can)
12 oz raspberries (package frozen unsweetened)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, beat egg whites on medium until foamy. Add cream of tartar and beat on medium-high until peaks start to form. Add sugar and beat until stiff and glossy.
  • Pour into a well-greased 9x13 pan. Bake for 60 minutes. Turn the oven off and leave the pan in the oven for 12 hours or overnight with the oven door closed.
  • Beat cream cheese, vanilla, salt, and sugar together. Fold in whipped topping and marshmallows. Spread over the Meringue layer. Refrigerate for 3 hours or longer. Prepare the topping.
  • Mix the cherry pie filling with frozen raspberries. Refrigerate until serving.
  • Cut dessert into squares and top with the cherry mixture.
  • Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 kcal, Carbohydrate 64 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 158 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 47 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHERRY-BERRIES MERINGUE TORTE



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Enjoy this delicious meringue torte filled with cream and topped with berries - a delightful dessert treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 18h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup whipping cream
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • About 30 minutes before making the meringue shell, place an egg separator over a small bowl. Crack open each egg over the egg separator to separate the white from the yolk. (Save egg yolks for another recipe.)
  • Place the egg whites in a clean medium bowl, and let stand at room temperature up to 30 minutes.*
  • Heat the oven to 275°F. Line a cookie sheet with a piece of foil or cooking parchment paper.
  • Add the cream of tartar to the egg whites; beat with an electric mixer on high speed until mixture looks foamy. Beat in 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time; continue beating about 5 minutes, stopping occasionally to scrape mixture from side and bottom of bowl with a rubber spatula, until mixture is glossy and forms stiff peaks when beaters are lifted. (Do not underbeat because the meringue shell won't hold its shape.) On the cookie sheet, shape the meringue into a 9-inch round with the back of a spoon, building up about a 1-inch side.
  • Bake 1 hour 30 minutes. Turn off oven; leave meringue in oven with door closed 1 hour. Remove from oven and cool on a cooling rack 2 hours longer.
  • Place a medium bowl and the beaters of electric mixer in refrigerator to chill. These will be used to beat the whipping cream, which beats better in a cold bowl.
  • Place block of cream cheese on a plate, and let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes to soften slightly. Or to soften cream cheese in the microwave, remove foil wrapper and place in microwavable bowl; microwave on Medium (50%) 45 to 60 seconds.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar and the vanilla until mixed; set aside.
  • Pour the whipping cream into the chilled bowl. Insert the chilled beaters in the electric mixer. Beat on high speed until whipped cream forms soft peaks when beaters are lifted. Gently fold the whipped cream and marshmallows into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Place the meringue on a serving plate, and spoon the filling onto the meringue. Cover; refrigerate at least 12 hours to blend the flavors but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Rinse the strawberries with cool water, and dry on paper towels. Cut out the hull, or "cap," from each strawberry with the point of a paring knife. Cut the strawberries lengthwise into slices to measure 1 cup. In a medium bowl, stir together the pie filling, strawberries and lemon juice.
  • To serve, spoon the berry mixture onto the filling. Or cut the meringue shell into serving pieces, and top each serving with the berry mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 59 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 55 g, TransFat 0 g

CHERRY MERINGUE DESSERT RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 egg whites
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
2 cups crushed saltines (about 60 crackers)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) reduced-sugar cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a large 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. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° 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. Yield: 15 servings. One piece equals 241 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 129 mg sodium, 45 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein

CHERRY MERINGUE PIE



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Make and share this Cherry Meringue Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Danielle Michalski

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 egg whites, at room temperature
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup miniature marshmallow
2 1/2 cups whipped topping, such as cool whip
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275ºF.
  • Cut a brown paper bag or parchment paper to fit a round pizza pan.
  • Place a serving plate on the round-cut paper and draw a circle with a pencil.
  • Separate the egg whites from the yolks.
  • Crack the egg over a separate bowl.
  • There must not be any yolk in the whites or it will not whip correctly.
  • By using a separate bowl, you guard against having to toss the whole thing if you have an accident with a yolk.
  • Save the yolk for another use.
  • Place whites and cream of tartar in mixing bowl and beat with a mixer on high speed until frothy.
  • Very gradually, add the sugar in a small stream and beat until the meringue forms and holds stiff peaks.
  • Pour onto the middle of the brown paper and with a knife or rubber spatula, shape into a resemblance of a pie pan, pushing meringue up at the edges to form sides.
  • Leave a 1-inch border around the edge of the paper, The meringue will expand slightly and you want to ensure it will fit on your serving plate.
  • Bake in the middle of the oven for 1 and 1/2 hours.
  • It should be crispy and browned.
  • Turn off oven, open door a notch, and let sit in oven another hour.
  • Remove from oven and let cool completely before filling.
  • Mix the first three ingredients with mixer and then stir in marshmallows.
  • Fold in the whipping topping.
  • Place a doily on the serving platter.
  • Gently lift meringue from paper and place on serving dish.
  • If you have trouble separating the meringue from the paper, place it into a hot oven again for just a minute or two.
  • It should lift off of the paper easily.
  • Spoon the cream mixture into the shell and spread evenly, pushing a little up the sides.
  • Pour berry filling on top.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time.
  • Variation You can use any flavor of pie filling for this recipe.
  • Cover half the pie with blueberries and use cherry on the other to make a great 4th of July dessert.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3053.7, Fat 113.1, SaturatedFat 70.7, Cholesterol 363.5, Sodium 1178.6, Carbohydrate 483.8, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 292.2, Protein 35.8

DORIS' CHERRY MERINGUE TART



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An impressive centrepiece for a dinner party dessert

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Dessert, Dinner, Lunch, Treat

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

250g homemade or ready-made shortcrust pastry , thawed if frozen
3 tbsp ground almonds
3 tbsp caster sugar , plus 100g/4oz
2 x 350-400g cans or jars of cherries
2 tsp cornflour
3 tbsp Crème de Cassis , crème de mûre or kirsch
2 egg whites

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5. Roll out the pastry and line a 23cm flan tin. Press the pastry into the corners and trim off the excess pastry with a sharp knife. Mix the ground almonds with the 3 tbsp of sugar, then sprinkle over the pastry base.
  • Drain the cherries well, then pat very dry with kitchen paper. Reserve 200ml of the juice. Scatter the cherries over the pastry case and bake for 15-20 mins, until the pastry is golden and crisp.
  • Tip the juice into a small pan and boil for 3 mins until reduced a little. Blend the cornflour to a paste with a little cold water and stir into the pan, cooking until thickened and smooth. Stir in the liqueur and pour into the tart case, then leave to cool while you make the meringue.
  • Whisk the egg whites until stiff, then whisk in the 100g of caster sugar until thick. Spread over the filling, ensuring there are no gaps between the filling and the tart case. Return to the oven for 10 mins to brown the meringue, then serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 68 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 48 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.28 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To make sure the tart cherry filling is thick and jammy, cook it over medium heat until it has reduced by about half and coats the back of a spoon.
  • To prevent the meringue from weeping, make sure the egg whites are at room temperature before whipping them.
  • For a golden brown meringue, torch the top of the meringue with a kitchen torch or place the dessert under the broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  • To make the dessert ahead of time, prepare the tart cherry filling and meringue up to 2 days in advance. Store the filling and meringue separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, assemble the dessert and bake according to the recipe instructions.

Conclusion:

Tart Cherry Meringue Dessert is a stunning and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the tart cherry filling and the sweet meringue is simply irresistible. With its beautiful presentation and amazing flavor, this dessert is sure to impress your guests.

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