Baked Alaska
Fairly difficult
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A showstopping dessert from Emily’s repertoire (imagine it in Season 5 for a dramatic dinner), featuring sponge cake, ice cream, and toasted meringue. It’s retro and indulgent, pairing well with Squab or Lobster Bisque
Prep
40m
Cook
15m
| Category: | Frozen Desserts |
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Ingredients
For
6
Serving(s)
For the Sponge Cake
| 3/4 cup all-purpose flour |
| 1/2 cup sugar |
| 3 large eggs |
| 1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
| 1/4 teaspoon salt |
For the Ice Cream
| 1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened |
| 1 pint strawberry ice cream, softened |
For the Meringue
| 4 large egg whites |
| 1/2 cup sugar |
| 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar |
| 1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
Baked Alaska Directions
- Bake Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla until thick (5 min). Fold in flour and salt. Pour into a greased 8-inch round pan; bake 15 min until golden. Cool completely.
- Assemble: Line a 1-quart bowl with plastic wrap. Layer softened strawberry ice cream, then vanilla, smoothing each. Place cooled cake on top, trim to fit, and freeze 4 hrs or overnight.
- Make Meringue: Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating to stiff peaks. Add vanilla.
- Finish: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Unmold ice cream/cake onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread meringue over all, sealing edges. Bake 3–5 min until golden, or torch for effect.
- Serve: Slice immediately into wedges; serve with flair for an Emily Gilmore moment.
Notes
Why Baked Alaska? Its retro elegance suits Emily’s penchant for dramatic dishes, perfect for wowing guests.
Tips: Use store-bought cake to save time. Ensure meringue seals ice cream to prevent melting.
Serving Suggestion: Present tableside for maximum drama, paired with coffee or dessert wine.
Nutrition facts
Per Serving
| Kcal: | 380 kcal |
| Fibers (g): | 0.5g |
| Sodium (mg): | 120mg |
| Carbs: | 58g |
| Sugar (g): | 48g |
| Fat: | 14g |
| Saturated fat (g): | 8g |
| Cholesterol: | 90mg |
| Proteins: | 6g |
