DELIGHTFUL STRAWBERRY DESSERT

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My area is known for its strawberries, so I prepare this delicious and easy treat often. It always gets raves and prompts recipe requests.-Lynne Wilhelm, West Hill, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 egg whites
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1 cup sugar and cream of tartar, beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in crumbs, coconut and pecans. Spread onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-in. pie plate. , Bake at 375° for 20-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely. In a bowl, beat cream, gelatin and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in strawberries; pour into shell. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

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