Delicious Baked Alaska Popsicles You Can Make at Home

Baked Alaska popsicles are a fun modern take on the classic dessert that combines ice cream, cake and toasted meringue into a handheld delight. These are elegant dessert and easy popsicle in one, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or just want to have a special treat at home these will impress.

You don’t need a fancy setup or advanced baking skills to make these little bites of heaven. By combining a sturdy cake base, your favorite ice cream flavors and a fluffy layer of meringue you can make popsicles that look and taste amazing. You can experiment with flavors from classic chocolate and vanilla to tropical mango or matcha for a fun twist.

Good for warm days or as a fun dessert after a big meal, baked Alaska popsicles bring some pizzazz to your dessert life. The cold creamy ice cream and light toasted meringue will have everyone wanting more. And they’re easy to customize and serve so they’re a hit for kids and adults.

Step-by-step To Make Baked Alaska Popsicles

Baked Alaska popsicles are a fun and refreshing twist on the classic dessert, cake, ice cream and meringue in a stick. These are perfect for something sweet and different, combining textures and flavors in every bite.

Ingredients:

For the Cake Base:

• 1 cup flour
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon baking powder

For the Ice Cream Layer:

• 2 cups ice cream (any flavor), slightly softened (approx. 500ml)

For the Meringue:

• 3 egg whites
• ½ cup caster sugar
• ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar or a pinch of salt

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line a square tin. Mix flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, melted butter and vanilla extract to form a batter.
2. Pour into the tin and bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool completely.
3. Cut the cooled cake into small rounds or squares to fit your popsicle mold.
4. Place the cake pieces at the bottom of each mold. Add softened ice cream on top, fill to the top. Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
5. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add sugar gradually and beat until stiff peaks form.
6. Unmold and coat each with meringue with a spatula or piping bag.
7. Toast the meringue with a blowtorch or place under the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden. Serve now or freeze until needed!

Different Types Of Baked Alaskas Popsicles To Make At Home

Chocolate Hazelnut Baked Alaskas

If you love chocolate and nuts, this is the one for you, chocolate cake, chocolate ice cream, toasted meringue and chopped hazelnuts. The toasted hazelnuts add a nice crunch and nutty flavor to the richness of the chocolate. You’ll be a chocolate lover’s dream come true.

Citrus And Coconut

If you want a tropical flavor, this is the one, use a light and fluffy sponge cake as the base, coconut ice cream as the middle layer. Meringue is flavored with a hint of lime zest and after toasting, the popsicles are topped with shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor. The coconut and citrus tropical notes balance out the richness of the meringue making it a light and decadent treat.

Strawberry Shortcake

This one is a strawberry shortcake in popsicle form, soft vanilla cake base, homemade or store-bought strawberry ice cream, meringue on top and toast until golden. Top with crumbled shortcake cookies and fresh strawberry pieces. The sweet and tangy strawberry flavor goes great with the soft vanilla cake and airy meringue.

Peanut Butter Cup Baked Alaska Popsicles

If you love the sweet and salty combo, you have to try the peanut butter cup Baked Alaska popsicle. Start with a chocolate cake base and layer with peanut butter ice cream. Coat with meringue and toast. Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with crushed peanut butter cups on top.

Mango And Cardamom Baked Alaska Popsicles

Inspired by Indian flavors, the mango and cardamom Baked Alaska popsicle brings together tropical fruit and a hint of spice. Start with a light sponge cake and layer with mango ice cream. Meringue is infused with cardamom for a fragrant and exotic twist. Toast the meringue to a beautiful golden brown and top with ground pistachios for a crunchy contrast.

Coffee And Baileys Baked Alaska Popsicles

For an adult only version try the coffee and Baileys Baked Alaska popsicles. Start with a coffee cake base and layer with coffee ice cream. Then mix Baileys into the meringue for a boozy finish. After toasting the meringue drizzle with more Baileys and a sprinkle of cocoa powder.