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
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.
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titi gonzalez
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion
Bravhatt
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so delicious and easy to make
Ravleen
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to impress your guests
Upadesh Bhujel
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort
Erick Anderson
[email protected]I made this for a special occasion and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it
Kai bluemoon
[email protected]This is the best baked Alaska recipe I've ever tried. It's a must-try for any dessert lover
Infinite space
[email protected]I'm so impressed with this recipe. It's so easy to follow and the results are amazing
Azizul Hoque Raj
[email protected]This was my first time making baked Alaska and it turned out great
odean brown
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so unique and delicious
hesborn augustine
[email protected]This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's a great way to impress your guests
Tanisa Akter
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser
Mama Kyrian
[email protected]I made this for my husband's birthday and he loved it. It was the perfect dessert
MD Rana Hossain
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is amazing
Khanyisile Ntuli
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best baked Alaska I've ever had
Damilare Samuel
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so delicious and impressive looking
Hero Adrian
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect
olamiji Kupalo
[email protected]I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it
Information Wilson
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The instructions were very clear and easy to follow