Paradise Pie (Aka Mexican Meringue)

Submitted by bliss

"This very easy to prepare soft meringue topped with fresh fruit is always a hit! Ideal with blue and red berries to celebrate American Independence Day."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 4 -5 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1⁄2 cup fresh fruit, sliced such as berries, peaches, kiwi, banana, etc

directions

1. Preheat over to 375. Butter a cake or pie pan.
2. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form, add sugar and vanilla and beat until stiff peaks form. Pour into buttered pan. Bake 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 and bake 30 minutes or until top is light golden-colored.
3. Beat the cream until whipped and spread over meringue, top with fresh berries or peaches or bananas or kiwi or any fruit of your choice.