Classic Baked Alaska

Indulge in the timeless elegance of a **Classic Baked Alaska**, a show-stopping dessert that combines layers of creamy vanilla ice cream, moist pound cake, and a golden, fluffy meringue. This dessert masterpiece is a delightful contrast of textures and temperatures, with the cool, refreshing ice cream encased in sweet, airy meringue that's lightly toasted to perfection in a matter of minutes. Perfect for special occasions or a stunning dinner party finale, this homemade Baked Alaska is surprisingly simple to prepare with a short prep time of just 30 minutes. Key techniques like whipping glossy stiff peaks for the meringue and sealing all edges ensure a picture-perfect presentation, complete with decorative swirls. Serve immediately for that dramatic "wow" factor or freeze it ahead for convenient entertaining. A must-try dessert for baking enthusiasts and ice cream lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 quart Vanilla ice cream
• 1 pound Pound cake
• 4 Egg whites
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Line a medium-sized bowl with plastic wrap, leaving some overhang. Pack the ice cream into the bowl and smooth the top. Freeze for at least 2 hours or until very firm.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C).

Step 3

Cut the pound cake into a round slice about 1/2 inch thick. The round should be slightly larger than the ice cream dome. Place the cake on a baking sheet.

Step 4

Unmold the ice cream dome from the bowl and place it centrally on top of the pound cake round. Return to the freezer.

Step 5

In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until frothy.

Step 6

Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat, gradually adding sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 7

Beat in vanilla extract just to combine.

Step 8

Remove the ice cream and cake from the freezer. Use a spatula to spread the meringue over the domed ice cream and pound cake, making sure to seal all edges completely.

Step 9

Create decorative swirls or peaks in the meringue with the back of a spoon for a beautiful presentation.

Step 10

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 3-5 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from oven and serve immediately for best results, or freeze for later if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1736.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4337.7

Total Fat 153.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.5g
Cholesterol 696.7mg	0%
Sodium 2630.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 676.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 542.2g
Protein 66.7g	0%

Vitamin D 145.1IU	0%
Calcium 1318.5mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2816.2mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 62.2%