Frozen Raspberry Dessert

I got this recipe from my MIL. It is a nice dessert for a bridal or baby shower. Freezing times vary, so plan ahead of time.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• Filling

• 1  package frozen raspberries
• 2  egg whites
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄2 pint  whipping cream, whipped (You can also use cool whip)

• Crust

• 1  cup  crushed  pretzels or 1  cup walnuts
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1  cup flour
• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar

Directions

1. PREHEAT oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Prepare crust first.
3. Mix all ingredients and spread into a 9x13 inch pan.
4. Put in oven for 15 minutes (STIRRING every 5 minutes).
5. Cool.
6. Prepare filling.
7. Break up frozen raspberries and then add egg whites, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla.
8. Beat until mixture is light and fluffy.
9. Whip 1/2 pint whipping cream on the side and fold into raspberry mixture.
10. Remove 1/3 of crust mixture and set aside.
11. Pour raspberry mixture over crust and sprinkle remaining crust over the top.
12. Freeze overnight.
13. Take out of freezer a few minutes before serving in order to let it thaw a bit.