Vanilla Baked Alaska
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
You know, I've been making this showstopper dessert for years, and honestly, it's easier than people think. Vanilla Baked Alaska looks incredibly fancy with its golden toasted meringue and creamy vanilla center, but the whole thing comes together in under an hour. The heavy cream in this recipe is rich in fat soluble vitamins that help your body absorb nutrients better. Best of all, you probably have most of these pantry staples at home already, so there's no need for a special shopping trip. Trust me, your guests will be absolutely impressed when you bring this beauty to the table.
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Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 4 egglarge eggs
- 20 mlpure vanilla extract
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 1 Lvanilla ice cream
- 20 gmeringue powder
- 200 ggranulated sugar (for meringue)
- 50 gunsalted butter, melted
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and meringue powder.
Tip: Use a whisk attachment for a smooth batter.
- 3
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla extract.
Tip: Use room-temperature ingredients for a lighter texture.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with heavy cream, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Beat just until combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
Pour the batter into a greased 20cm (8 inch) round cake pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even cooking.
- 6
Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This step is crucial for a stable cake.
- 7
Once the cake is completely cool, place it in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Tip: This will help the ice cream adhere to the cake.
- 8
Scoop the vanilla ice cream into a 20cm (8 inch) round cake pan. Place the cake on top of the ice cream.
Tip: Use a serrated knife to trim the cake edges if needed.
- 9
In a small bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and melted butter until well combined.
Tip: This will create a crunchy meringue topping.
- 10
Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the ice cream and cake. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the meringue, if desired.
Tip: This step will create a golden-brown color and crunchy texture.
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