Delightful Strawberry Dessert

Name: Delightful Strawberry Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10-12 servings.
Ingredients: 3 egg whites; 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided; 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers); 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin; 1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced

My area is known for its strawberries, so I prepare this delicious and easy treat often. It always gets raves and prompts recipe requests.—Lynne Wilhelm, West Hill, Ontario

Ingredients

3 egg whites
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced

Directions

In a bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1 cup sugar and cream of tartar, beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in crumbs, coconut and pecans. Spread onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-in. pie plate.
Bake at 375° for 20-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely. In a bowl, beat cream, gelatin and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in strawberries; pour into shell. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

Originally published as Delightful Strawberry Dessert in Taste of Home April/May 1999