Orange Chocolate Baked Alaska
Prep
25 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
You know how sometimes you want to impress everyone with a fancy dessert but don't want to spend all day in the kitchen? This Orange Chocolate Baked Alaska is exactly that recipe. The bright citrus zest brings natural vitamin C to the table while creating this stunning contrast with rich dark chocolate. What I love most is that the whole thing comes together in just 65 minutes from start to table, and honestly, most of the ingredients are probably already in your pantry. The fluffy meringue topping gets gorgeously browned under the broiler, creating this magical moment when your guests see it emerge from the oven. Trust me, they'll think you've been baking all day.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250butter
- 94635 mlsugar(softened)
- 3eggs
- 35488 mlorange juice(freshly squeezed)
- 2orange zest(grated)
- 59147 mldark chocolate chips(high-quality)
- 23659 mlmeringue powder(store-bought)
- 23659 mlcold water(room temperature)
- 35488 mlall-purpose flour(all-purpose)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Tip: Use a rack in the center of the oven for even baking.
- 2
Butter a 25cm x 15cm baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the paper well for easy removal.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and sugar over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Tip: This will help prevent the sugar from burning.
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the eggs one at a time, followed by the orange juice and zest.
Tip: Be careful when adding the eggs, as they can scramble.
- 5
Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir the chocolate until it's smooth and glossy.
- 6
Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the chocolate is evenly distributed and there are no air pockets.
- 7
In a large bowl, whip the meringue powder with cold water until stiff peaks form.
Tip: This should take about 5-7 minutes with an electric mixer.
- 8
Spread the meringue over the chocolate layer, making sure to seal the edges.
Tip: Use a spatula or spoon to create a smooth, even layer.
- 9
Bake the Baked Alaska for 25-30 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
Tip: Use a kitchen torch to brown the meringue if desired.
- 10
Remove the Baked Alaska from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Tip: Use a spatula to carefully loosen the Baked Alaska from the parchment paper.
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