OLD-FASHIONED CHERRY TORTE

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When my mom was a little girl, my great-grandma Alice would make this easy dessert. The torte, with its sweet-salty combination of cherries, meringue and a saltine crust is still a favorite today. -Danielle Brandt, Ruthton, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup crushed saltines
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sugar
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Combine cracker crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, vinegar and vanilla 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. Spread meringue evenly over crust. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack., Spread pie filling over meringue. Top with whipped cream. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Bird Lovee
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The cherry torte was a bit dry. I think I would add more butter to the crust next time.


Myles Goike
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This cherry torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Ryan Campbell
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I'm not a big fan of cherry desserts, but this cherry torte was surprisingly good. The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and tart.


Elimase Banda
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This cherry torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. It's a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests.


Muhammadwaseem Muhammadwaseem
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I made this cherry torte for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect dessert for a summer gathering.


Kevin Kirui
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This cherry torte is a great way to use up fresh cherries. It's also a delicious and festive dessert for any occasion.


Shoaib Alizai
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I love the combination of cherries and almonds in this torte. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Arafat Hassin
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This cherry torte is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Aaaa Soldier
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I've never made a cherry torte before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfect and tasted amazing.


Poppy Daly
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This cherry torte was amazing! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It was the perfect dessert.


leyla vellani
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The cherry torte was delicious, but it was a lot of work to make. I'm not sure if I would make it again.


Mark Ronald
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The cherry torte was a bit dry. I think I would add more butter to the crust next time.


Hamra Khan
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This cherry torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved it. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Lunga Bangani
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I loved the cherry torte! It was so easy to make, and it turned out so beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.


Waqar Raja
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The cherry torte was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and tart. I would definitely make this again.


Pulane Jeanett
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This was my first time making a cherry torte, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the torte came out looking just like the picture. It was a big hit with my family.


Rajkumar Pal
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I've made this cherry torte several times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.


Olaitan Oladeru
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This cherry torte is an absolute delight! The filling is sweet and tart, with a perfect balance of cherries and almonds. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the whole thing comes together beautifully. I highly recommend this recipe!