Description

This stunning Raspberry Ripple Dome Baked Alaska features a creamy, fruity ice cream core on a cake base, all encased in a fluffy, golden-brown meringue. It’s an impressive yet easy-to-master dessert perfect for any special occasion or family gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 quarts raspberry ripple ice cream
1 loaf (9×5 inch) sponge cake or pound cake, day-old
6 large egg whites, room temperature
0.75 cup granulated sugar
0.5 tsp cream of tartar, optional (or white vinegar or lemon juice)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare Ice Cream Dome: Line a 2-quart (1.9-liter) heatproof bowl with plastic wrap, leaving overhang. Slightly soften raspberry ripple ice cream, then press it firmly into the bowl until smooth. Freeze at least 6 hours, or overnight, until completely solid and firm.
Cut Cake Base: Slice sponge or pound cake into 0.5-inch thick pieces. Invert the solid ice cream dome onto parchment paper. Place the dome on the cake slices, then cut around its base to create a slightly larger cake circle.
Assemble Dome: Place the cake-topped ice cream dome back into the plastic-lined bowl. Freeze again for at least 1 hour until very firm, preventing melt.
Make Meringue: In a clean, dry mixer bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form and look frothy. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating for 7-10 minutes until stiff, glossy peaks form and the sugar dissolves. Beat in vanilla extract.
Coat and Freeze: Remove the ice cream dome from the freezer, then peel off the plastic wrap. Place the dome on an oven-safe plate. Immediately cover the entire dome with meringue, ensuring no ice cream is exposed. Create decorative swirls if desired. Freeze for at least 30 minutes until the meringue is firm.
Bake Meringue: Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). Bake the prepared dome for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully until the meringue is beautifully golden brown. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use day-old cake for best results. Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume and the mixing bowl is spotless and grease-free for stable meringue peaks. Watch closely during baking as the meringue browns very quickly. Consider swapping ice cream flavors (e.g., strawberry) or cake bases (e.g., brownies) for variety.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking, Freezing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380 calories
Sugar: 45 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: baked alaska, raspberry, ripple, dome, dessert, showstopper, meringue, frozen, easy, special occasion