Description
Brownie Baked Alaska is a decadent dessert that beautifully combines layers of rich chocolate brownies, creamy ice cream, and fluffy toasted meringue. This indulgent treat is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a sweet moment at home. Each slice offers a delightful contrast of warm, fudgy brownie and cool, creamy ice cream, topped with a light meringue shell that adds elegance to its presentation. Customizable with your favorite ice cream flavor, this show-stopping dessert is sure to become a staple at any celebration. Follow this easy recipe to create your very own Brownie Baked Alaska and delight in its heavenly layers!
Ingredients
Unsalted butter
Granulated sugar
Cocoa powder
Eggs
All-purpose flour
Your favorite ice cream (vanilla recommended)
Egg whites
Cream of tartar
Powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
2. Melt butter in a saucepan; stir in sugar and cocoa powder until combined. Cool slightly before adding eggs.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt; fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the pan; bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
5. Spread ice cream over cooled brownies; freeze for at least one hour.
6. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; add cream of tartar and powdered sugar to form stiff peaks. Spread meringue over the ice cream layer.
7. Toast meringue lightly in the oven before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Experiment with different ice cream flavors like mint or coffee.
Ensure brownies are completely cooled before adding ice cream to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg