Dark Chocolate Baked Alaska

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the ice cream on one half.

3. 3

   Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.

   Tip: Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.

   Tip: Add the meringue powder and whip until combined.

5. 5

   Spoon the whipped egg mixture over the ice cream.

6. 6

   Pour the melted dark chocolate over the whipped egg mixture.

7. 7

   Immediately sprinkle the meringue powder over the top.

8. 8

   Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Use a kitchen torch to brown the meringue further, if desired.