Blackberry Meringues

Recipe By : 1001 Cookie Recipes
Serving Size : 36 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Bars Cookies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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Crust
3/4 cup vegetable shortening
1/4 cup sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 1/2 cups flour
Topping
2 large egg whites
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup almonds -- chopped
1 cup blackberry puree -- unstrained
1 cup shaved fresh coconut

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. To make the crust: In a large bowl, cream the
shortening and sugar. Beat in the egg yolks. gradually blend in the flour.
Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of an ungreased 13x9" baking pan. Bake
for 15 min. Meanwhile, make the topping: In a med. bowl, beat the egg whites
into stiff peaks. Beat in the sugar. Fold in the nuts. Spread the blackberry
puree over the warm crust. Sprinkle with the coconut. Spread the meringue evenly
over the top. Bake for 20-25 min. longer, until the topping is set. Cool in pan
on a rack before cutting into bars.
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NOTES : The blackberry puree can be fresh, canned, frozen, preserved or a
compote.
If you do not have fresh coconut available, packaged flaked coconut can be
used.
These cookies can be made with almost any type of berry.
If desired, add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract to the crust for subtle flavor.