Chocolate Mint Baked Alaska

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A dramatic, creamy dessert featuring mint chocolate ice cream swathed in golden meringue
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Chocolate Mint Baked Alaska

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 451.8

Description

This show-stopping Chocolate Mint Baked Alaska combines the cool, refreshing taste of mint chocolate with the warmth of a crispy meringue shell. The contrast between the frozen interior and the toasted exterior creates a delightful textural experience that is both elegant and comforting. Perfect for holiday dinners or special celebrations, this dessert is sure to impress your guests. While it requires careful assembly, the result is a visually stunning centerpiece that delivers rich, sweet flavors in every bite. Serve it warm from the oven for the ultimate indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. Prepare a chocolate cake base by melting butter and chocolate wafer crumbs, then pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking dish or ring mold to form a stable foundation.
  3. Softly melt the remaining mint-chocolate chips with corn syrup and heavy cream over a double boiler to create a smooth filling sauce.
  4. Spread the chocolate mint filling over the cake base and freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
  5. Place scoops of vanilla ice cream and mint-chocolate chip ice cream on top of the frozen base, shaping them into a dome. Return to the freezer for at least 2 hours or until solid.
  6. In a large clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  7. Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat the egg whites until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  8. Remove the frozen ice cream dome from the freezer and immediately cover it completely with the meringue, sealing the edges down to the cake base to insulate the ice cream.
  9. Place the assembled dessert in the preheated oven and bake for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly browned.
  10. Remove from the oven carefully and serve immediately while the meringue is warm and the ice cream is still frozen.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 451.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.5g35%
Saturated Fat 12.6g63%
Cholesterol 8.1mg3%
Sodium 21.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 54.0g18%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g18%
Sugars 48.6g
Protein 4.5g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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