Cherry-Chocolate Baked Alaskas

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   Beat egg whites and cream of tartar with handheld electric mixer at medium-low speed until soft peaks form.

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   Gradually beat in sugar.

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   Increase speed to medium-high, and beat 3 to 5 minutes, or until meringue is thick and shiny, firm peaks hold when beaters are lifted, and deep path remains when spoon is drawn through.

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   Place 1 waffle cookie on work surface, and spread with 1 Tbs.

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   meringue.

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   Scoop generous ball of frozen yogurt using 1/4-cup ice cream scoop; press onto prepared cookie.

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   Coat frozen yogurt ball thickly with meringue, sealing to cookie base and swirling decoratively.

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   Place on small tray or baking sheet, and transfer immediately to freezer.

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   Repeat with remaining cookies, meringue, and frozen yogurt.

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    Freeze at least 2 hours or up to 1 day.

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    Preheat oven to 500F.

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    To prevent burning, bake each Alaska one at a time, 1 to 2 minutes, or until meringue is browned in spots.

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    Return to freezer 1 hour, or until yogurt is firm again.

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    Arrange 1 dessert on each plate, scatter cherries around, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.