Best 10 Cherry Meringue Bites Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Cherry Meringue Bites, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized treats feature a crisp meringue shell enveloping a luscious cherry filling, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy notes. Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of Cherry Meringue Bite variations, each with its own unique twist. From the classic simplicity of our Traditional Cherry Meringue Bites to the decadent indulgence of our Chocolate-Dipped Cherry Meringue Bites, every recipe promises an unforgettable taste experience. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave a more adventurous flavor profile, our curated selection has something to satisfy every palate. So, embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect Cherry Meringue Bite to delight your senses and create lasting memories.

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SWEET CHERRY MERINGUE DESSERT



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"It's hard to resist this elegant treat with its sweet cherry flavor and fun crunchy crust," writes Bernardine Adamson of Sarcoxie, Missouri, "It won first place in the desserts category at my husband's company picnic."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 15 servings.

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 13-in. x 9-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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHERRY MERINGUE PUFFS



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Add attractive color to meringue cookies with cherry-flavored gelatin. The white chocolate drizzle is delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 egg whites
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 box (4-serving size) cherry-flavored gelatin (about 3 tablespoons)
1 bag (12 oz) white vanilla baking chips (2 cups)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, place egg whites; set aside until room temperature, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, line 2 large cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper or foil; set aside.
  • Heat oven to 300°F. Beat egg whites, vinegar and salt with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar and gelatin until stiff peaks form, scraping bowl occasionally. Spoon half of the mixture into large decorating bag fitted with large star tip #824 (at least 1/2-inch opening). Pipe puffs about 1 inch wide and 1 inch high onto cookie sheets, about 1 inch apart. Repeat with remaining mixture.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until dry but not brown. Turn off oven; let stand in oven 15 minutes.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave 1 1/3 cups of the baking chips uncovered on High 45 to 60 seconds, stirring after 35 seconds, until melted and smooth. Peel cookies from paper or foil; dip bottoms into melted chocolate, and place on waxed paper. Cool completely, about 20 minutes.
  • Place remaining baking chips in small resealable freezer plastic bag. Microwave on High 45 to 50 seconds, turning bag over after 25 seconds. Squeeze bag until chips are melted and smooth. Cut small tip off one corner of bag, and drizzle over cooled puffs. Let stand until drizzle hardens, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

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 PIE COOKIE BARS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/3 cups (2 sticks plus 5 tablespoons) salted butter, softened
1/2 orange, zested
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons whole milk
One 30-ounce can cherry pie filling
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon whole milk
1 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • For the cookie bars: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cream together the granulated sugar, butter and orange zest in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until pale and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing in between, then the vanilla. Mix until fully incorporated.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Add half the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing, then add half the milk. Add the remaining dry ingredients followed by the remaining milk and mix until the dough comes together.
  • Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish. Pour over the cherry pie filling and spread it out evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the pie filling. Bake until the edges and top are golden and the center is set, 35 to 40 minutes. Let the bars cool and set, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • For the glaze. Add the confectioners' sugar, milk and lemon zest to a bowl and stir until smooth. Drizzle over the bars. Cut into bars in the baking dish and serve.

CHERRY MERINGUE BITES



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Light as air, individual shells of crisp meringue cradle fresh red cherries; between them lie hidden pillows of tart creme fraiche.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 50

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
1 pinch cream of tartar
3/4 cup creme fraiche
50 cherries (about 1 pound), pitted
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Cut 2 pieces of parchment paper to fit 2 baking sheets. Using a 1-inch cookie cutter, draw 25 circles on each piece of parchment. Turn the paper over, and place on sheets. Set aside.
  • Combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in the heat-proof bowl of an electric mixer. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Whisk constantly until sugar has dissolved and whites are warm to the touch, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Heat the oven to 200 degrees. Transfer the bowl to the electric mixer, and whip. Start on low speed, and gradually increase the speed to high, until stiff, glossy peaks form, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Fit a pastry bag with a Wilton Number 16 star tip, and fill bag with the meringue. Cover one of the circles with an even layer of meringue. Pipe around the circumference, making a 1-inch-high cup. Repeat piping over the remaining circles. Transfer baking sheets to oven, and bake 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to 175 degrees. and bake until the meringue has dried but is still white, 35 to 40 minutes more. Transfer sheets to a wire rack to cool.
  • Fit a pastry bag with a plain round tip, and fill the bag with creme fraiche. Pipe 1 1/2 teaspoons creme fraiche into each of the meringue cups, and top with a cherry. Dust meringue bites with confectioners' sugar, and serve.

CHERRY-LEMON MERINGUE MINI PIES



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 12 mini pies

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
1 5-ounce container vanilla meringue cookies (about 24 cookies)
6 tablespoons cake flour
1 stick unsalted butter, melted
1 4-serving package lemon pudding and pie filling mix
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/4 cups prepared lemonade
2 large egg yolks
1 cup prepared cherry pie filling
Whipped cream, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the cups: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray twelve 2 1/2-inch muffin cups with cooking spray; set aside. Combine the meringue cookies and flour in a food processor; process until the mixture is in fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse until combined. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the mixture into each of the prepared muffin cups. Using the back of a measuring tablespoon, press the mixture firmly into the bottoms and sides of the cups. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until just starting to brown. Remove from the oven and immediately press each cup with the back of the tablespoon. Cool the cups in the pan on a rack. Make the filling: Combine the pudding mix and sugar in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the lemonade and egg yolks. Continue to whisk over medium-high heat until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from the heat and cool for 5 minutes. Spoon 2 tablespoons lemon filling into each cooled meringue cup. Top each with 1 tablespoon cherry pie filling. Chill for about 2 hours, or until the filling is set. If desired, top with whipped cream. Serve the mini pies chilled or at room temperature.
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

CHERRY MERINGUE PIE



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My mother always made cherry pie with a meringue topping- and I think her mother did, too. It's a nice way to finish off a holiday dinner or everyday meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat pie filling on low. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form., Remove pie filling from the heat; stir in extract. Pour into pastry shell. Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edges to crust. Sprinkle with walnuts. , Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Chill for at least 3 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

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

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.

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

Tips:

- For the best results, use fresh cherries. Pitting fresh cherries can be a time-consuming process, alternatively frozen cherries can be used however fresh cherries yield a better texture. - If cherries are not available, other fruits like blueberries or raspberries can be substituted. - For a crisper meringue, beat the egg whites until they are stiff peaks. - To prevent the meringue from browning, bake it at a low temperature. - For a gooey center, remove the meringues from the oven before they are completely browned. - Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate chips, or fresh fruit for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Cherry meringue bites are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is sure to impress. They are perfect for parties, picnics, or any other occasion. With their sweet and tart cherry filling and fluffy meringue topping, these bites are sure to be a hit. So next time try this dessert, you won't regret it!

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