Recipe: Chocolate Baked Alaska π«π₯
Overview:
Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Baked Alaska! This frozen dessert combines rich chocolate chip ice cream with a fluffy cake base, all enveloped in a glorious toasted meringue. With its impressive presentation and irresistible flavors, Chocolate Baked Alaska is sure to be a showstopper at any gathering. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps. Follow this recipe to create your own masterpiece of frozen goodness!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Chocolate chip ice cream |
| 4 | Cream of tartar |
| 1/2 | Brown sugar |
| 2/3 | All-purpose flour |
| 1 2/3 | Brown sugar |
| 1 | Granulated sugar |
| 1/4 | Baking soda |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Water |
| 1 | Vinegar |
| 1/3 | Vanilla |
| 1 | Egg white |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 474
- Fat Content: 14.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 401.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 83.4g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 57.3g
- Protein Content: 6.2g
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350Β°F degrees.
- Prepare Cake Base: In an ungreased square pan (8 x 8 x 2 inches), mix together flour, brown sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt using a fork.
- Combine Ingredients: Add in the granulated sugar, water, vinegar, and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the batter.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Prepare Ice Cream: While the cake is baking, cut the chocolate chip ice cream lengthwise into halves and place one half on a plate. Freeze until ready to use.
- Assemble Cake: Once the cake is baked and cooled, prepare a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil. Transfer the cake to the foil-lined sheet.
- Layer Ice Cream: Position the frozen half of the ice cream on one side of the cake, leaving a 1-inch edge.
- Freeze Again: Freeze the cake and ice cream together until firm.
- Make Meringue: Preheat your oven to 500Β°F. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg white and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add in the brown sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and continue beating until stiff and glossy.
- Cover with Meringue: Working quickly, completely cover the cake and ice cream with the meringue, ensuring it seals to the foil on the cookie sheet.
- Bake Again: Place the assembled dessert on the lowest oven rack and bake until the meringue is light brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Final Touches: Trim any excess foil to the edge of the meringue, then carefully transfer the cake to a serving plate.
- Slice and Serve: Using a sharp knife, cut the Chocolate Baked Alaska into 6 slices, then cut each slice in half. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures!
Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or simply craving a delightful dessert, Chocolate Baked Alaska is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With its contrasting layers of creamy ice cream, moist cake, and fluffy meringue, every bite is a heavenly experience. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this sensational sweet treat today!
