CREAM CHEESE CHERRY MERINGUE PIE

Cream Cheese Cherry Meringue Pie image

People are surprised to hear this pie's meringue crust features saltines. The cream cheese and cherry pie filling make this dessert extra special.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 12 crackers)
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat egg whites and vinegar 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. Fold in the cracker crumbs, pecans, baking powder and vanilla. , Spread onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased deep dish 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 14-18 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned. Cool on wire rack (meringue shell will fall in center)., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into meringue shell. Top with pie filling. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.