Cherry Meringue Pie Recipe

Create a show-stopping Cherry Meringue Pie! This recipe guides you through making a crispy, browned meringue shell and filling it with a creamy, fruity delight. Perfect for summer gatherings or a special treat, this recipe is adaptable to your favorite pie filling. Learn how to make a meringue that holds its shape and a filling that's both delicious and easy to make. Impress your friends and family with this beautiful and tasty pie!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 3053.7 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Meringue Pie

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How to Make Cherry Meringue Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Cut a brown paper bag or parchment paper to fit a round pizza pan (approximately 12 inches).
  3. Place a serving plate on the cut paper and trace a circle with a pencil.
  4. Separate 4 large egg whites from the yolks. (Save the yolks for another recipe.)
  5. Place egg whites and 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar in a mixing bowl.
  6. Beat with a mixer on high speed until frothy.
  7. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar in a slow stream, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  8. Pour meringue onto the center of the prepared brown paper. Using a knife or rubber spatula, shape into a pie shell, pushing meringue up the edges to form sides. Leave a 1-inch border.
  9. Bake in the middle of the oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until crispy and browned.
  10. Turn off the oven, prop the door open slightly, and let the meringue cool in the oven for another hour.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool completely before filling.
  12. In a separate bowl, mix together 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup heavy cream.
  13. Gently fold in 1 cup mini marshmallows.
  14. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping.
  15. Place a doily on the serving platter.
  16. Gently lift the meringue from the paper and place it on the serving dish. If it sticks, briefly return to a hot oven (a minute or two).
  17. Spoon the cream mixture into the meringue shell, spreading evenly and slightly up the sides.
  18. Top with your desired pie filling (recipe suggestion below).
  19. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

1168g

Fat

353g

Carbs

161g