Orange baked alaska –Hey y’all! Today, we’re diving into a classic dessert that’s sure to wow your family and friends: Baked Alaska L’Orange. This is a show-stopping treat that combines ice cream and cake, all wrapped up in a gorgeous meringue coat. Perfect for any celebration, this dessert is sure to bring smiles all around!
Baked Alaska L’Orange
Check out this beautiful image of our star dessert!
Now, let’s get into what you’ll need to create this masterpiece:
Ingredients:
- 1 pint of orange-flavored ice cream
- 1 pint of vanilla ice cream
- 1 round sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- Zest of 1 orange (for garnish)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions:
- First things first, let’s get that ice cream ready! Make sure to take the orange and vanilla ice cream out of the freezer a few minutes ahead of time, so it softens up a bit. You’ll want to scoop and layer it perfectly over the sponge cake.
- Take your round sponge cake and place it on a medium-sized plate. Layer the orange ice cream on top of the sponge cake first, smoothing it out evenly. Next, layer the vanilla ice cream on top of the orange ice cream, making sure to smooth the edges!
- Once the ice cream is all set up, cover it with plastic wrap and place it back in the freezer for about an hour. We want it to harden up nicely!
- While your ice cream is firming up, let’s whip up that meringue. In a clean mixing bowl, beat your egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. Fold in the vanilla extract and corn starch gently to combine.
- Now, take your ice cream cake out of the freezer. Spread the meringue on top and around the sides of the ice cream layers, making sure to cover it completely. Create some peaks and swirls with the back of a spoon for a fancy touch!
- Pop your Baked Alaska into an oven preheated to 450°F (232°C) and bake for about 3-5 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown. Don’t take your eyes off it while it’s baking—this part happens fast!
- When you pull it out of the oven, let it cool a bit. Before serving, dust the top with some powdered sugar and sprinkle the orange zest for that extra zing!
And there you have it, folks! A show-stopping Baked Alaska L’Orange that’s delicious and beautiful—perfect for any occasion! Serve it up and watch everyone’s faces light up with joy!