Cathy's Holiday Baked Alaska

Elevate your festive celebrations with Cathy’s Holiday Baked Alaska, a show-stopping dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. This classic treat combines a moist layer of pound cake, a customizable dome of creamy ice cream (think indulgent holiday flavors like peppermint or eggnog), and a cloud of golden, marshmallowy meringue. Ideal for entertaining, this recipe impresses with a dramatic reveal as you slice through the caramelized meringue to unveil the frozen surprise inside. With just 45 minutes of prep, Cathy’s Holiday Baked Alaska is the ultimate combination of elegance and ease, perfect for making your holiday table unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Pound cake (store-bought or homemade)
• 1.5 quarts Ice cream (your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or holiday flavors)
• 6 large Egg whites
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Line a medium-sized bowl (the same diameter as your pound cake) with plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

Soften the ice cream slightly, just enough to make it scoopable. Scoop the ice cream into the lined bowl, pressing it down to remove air pockets and create a smooth surface. Cover the top with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely firm.

Step 3

Slice the pound cake horizontally into layers about 1-inch thick. Use a knife or cookie cutter to shape a cake layer that fits the diameter of the frozen ice cream dome.

Step 4

Once the ice cream is fully frozen, remove it from the bowl using the plastic wrap overhang. Place the shaped pound cake layer on top of the ice cream dome (which will serve as the base) and return it to the freezer.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Make sure you have enough room in the freezer or a cool space to remove the frozen cake and ice cream dome during assembly.

Step 6

In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar using an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat. Increase to high speed and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and beat just until incorporated.

Step 7

Place the cake and ice cream dome on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Working quickly, spread the meringue over the entire dome, completely sealing the ice cream and cake within the meringue. Use the back of a spoon or spatula to create decorative swirls and peaks.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and serve immediately for a dramatic presentation. Alternatively, you can briefly return the Baked Alaska to the freezer to allow the ice cream to firm up again before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2271.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5597.1

Total Fat 221.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 930.6mg	0%
Sodium 2339.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 821.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 709.3g
Protein 88.4g	0%

Vitamin D 141.9IU	0%
Calcium 1918.3mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 3541.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 58.3%