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Baked Alaska

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A stunning dessert featuring layers of sponge cake, ice cream, and fluffy meringue, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sponge cake (prepared)
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream
  • 1 quart chocolate ice cream
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup rum or brandy (optional)
  • Chocolate sauce (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).
  2. Place the sponge cake on a baking sheet.
  3. Scoop both the vanilla and chocolate ice cream onto the sponge cake and shape into a dome, then freeze.
  4. Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until frothy, then gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form, adding vanilla extract.
  5. Remove the ice cream cake from the freezer and cover with meringue.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Drizzle with rum or brandy and carefully ignite if desired.
  8. Serve immediately with chocolate sauce.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; if storing, freeze leftovers immediately.

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