Ingrédients pour Cathy's Holiday Baked Alaska
- 1/4 cup butter
- Granulated Sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Cake Flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Walnuts
- Vanilla
- Strawberry Ice Cream
- Fudge Sauce
- Icing Sugar
- 1 tablespoon brandy (optional)
- Instant Coffee Granules
- Boiling Water
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- White Sugar
- Brown Sugar
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Comment préparer Cathy's Holiday Baked Alaska
- **Brownie Base:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour batter into a greased and floured 9-inch round baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
- Let cool completely before storing. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
- **Ice Cream Mold:** Line an 8-inch round bowl with plastic wrap, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Spoon in 2 pints of your favorite softened ice cream, packing it down firmly. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and freeze until solid (at least 4 hours).
- **Fudge Sauce:** In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/4 cup butter, and 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Whisk over low heat until smooth and melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently before serving.
- **Meringue Topping:** In a clean, dry bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Stir in 1 tablespoon brandy (optional).
- **Assembly:** Place the cooled brownie on an oven-safe platter. Carefully unmold the frozen ice cream onto the brownie. Return to the freezer while you prepare the meringue.
- Warm the fudge sauce (microwave or stovetop).
- Quickly spread the meringue over the ice cream, completely covering it and sealing the edges to the brownie.
- Broil on low, rotating the platter as needed, until the meringue is lightly browned (about 3 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning!
- Serve immediately with warm fudge sauce.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
278g
Fat
76g
Carbs
35g
