Old-Fashioned Cherry Torte

8 ingredients
3 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup crushed saltines
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
  • 1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine cracker crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, vinegar and vanilla 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. Spread meringue evenly over crust. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. 3
    Spread pie filling over meringue. Top with whipped cream. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

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