Caramel Baked Alaska
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Making Caramel Baked Alaska at home is easier than you might think, and honestly, it's become my favorite dinner party dessert. The whole thing comes together in just an hour, so you won't be stuck in the kitchen forever. I love that vanilla cake mix takes the guesswork out of baking, and when you top it with creamy ice cream, a crispy meringue shell, and ribbons of homemade caramel sauce, your guests think you've spent all day on it. The eggs in this recipe are packed with choline, which supports brain health, plus they give you that gorgeously browned meringue. Trust me, this showstopper tastes like you're a professional baker.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250vanilla cake mix
- 3eggs
- 150milk
- 500ice cream (vanilla)
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 120 gcaramel sauce
- 50 gunsalted butter
- 10 gmeringue powder
- 120 mlegg whites
- 1salt
- 100 ghigh-quality chocolate chips
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a wire rack to cool the cake layers.
- 2
Prepare the cake batter by mixing the cake mix, eggs, milk, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 3
Divide the batter evenly among 3-4 ramekins or small baking dishes.
Tip: Tap the dishes gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- 4
Bake the cake layers for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Let the cakes cool completely in the ramekins.
- 5
Scoop the ice cream into the cooled cake layers and smooth out the tops.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface.
- 6
Drizzle the caramel sauce over the ice cream and sprinkle with high-quality chocolate chips.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface.
- 7
To make the meringue topping, whip the egg whites and meringue powder until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 8
Spread the meringue topping evenly over the ice cream and caramel sauce.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface.
- 9
Place the baked Alaska on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.
Tip: Keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Tip: Serve immediately to prevent the meringue from melting.
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