judy is my friend, mykelle's, mom. she has a recipe box worth gold:) this is just one of the many amazing recipes from her repertoire. this would be a perfect treat for Valentine's Day. whip it up for your special someone!
- {judy's cherry berries on a cloud}
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- FILLING:
- 1-8 oz. package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
- TOPPING:
- 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form (do not underbeat). Spread evenly in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Bake at 275 degrees F for 1 hour; turn off oven (do not open door). Let cool in oven overnight or at least 12 hours.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth; gently fold in whipped cream and marshmallows. Spread over meringue. Chill for 4 hours. Cut into 16 pieces. Combine topping ingredients; spoon 1/4 cup over each serving.
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