BAKED ALASKA

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This is an impressive dessert for any occasion. For Thanksgiving, I make the pumpkin version of this Baked Alaska recipe instead of pumpkin pie. -Linda Sanner, Portage, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
2 eggs
3 tablespoons plus 5 teaspoon water, divided
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
2/3 cup cake flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
5 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon rum extract
2 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Spoon ice cream into a 1-1/2-qt. bowl lined with plastic wrap; freeze until firm. Line a greased 9-in. round baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside. Place a clean kitchen towel over a wire rack; dust towel with confectioners' sugar. Set aside., In a large bowl, beat the eggs, 3 tablespoons water and vanilla. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; fold into egg mixture. , Gently spoon into prepared pan. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately run a knife around edge of pan; invert onto prepared wire rack. Gently peel off waxed paper; cool completely., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the egg whites, cream of tartar and remaining sugar and water; beat on low speed with a portable mixer for 1 minute. Continue beating over low heat until mixture reaches 160°, about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add rum extract; beat until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 4 minutes. , Place cake on an ungreased foil-lined baking sheet; unmold ice cream and place over cake. Immediately spread meringue over ice cream and cake, sealing it to foil; sprinkle with almonds. Freeze until ready to serve, up to 24 hours. , Just before serving, heat with a creme brulee torch or broil on lowest oven rack position for 3-5 minutes or until meringue is light browned. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

titi gonzalez
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion


Bravhatt
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so delicious and easy to make


Ravleen
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to impress your guests


Upadesh Bhujel
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort


Erick Anderson
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I made this for a special occasion and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it


Kai bluemoon
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This is the best baked Alaska recipe I've ever tried. It's a must-try for any dessert lover


Infinite space
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I'm so impressed with this recipe. It's so easy to follow and the results are amazing


Azizul Hoque Raj
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This was my first time making baked Alaska and it turned out great


odean brown
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I love this recipe! It's so unique and delicious


hesborn augustine
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This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's a great way to impress your guests


Tanisa Akter
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser


Mama Kyrian
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I made this for my husband's birthday and he loved it. It was the perfect dessert


MD Rana Hossain
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is amazing


Khanyisile Ntuli
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best baked Alaska I've ever had


Damilare Samuel
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so delicious and impressive looking


Hero Adrian
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect


olamiji Kupalo
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it


Information Wilson
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This was a great recipe! The instructions were very clear and easy to follow


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