Cake Alaska

Preparing the Sponge Cake Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a round cake pan.

2.In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3.Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4.In a separate bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together.

5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until well combined.

6.Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.

Preparing the Meringue Topping In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar.

8.Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the bowl.

9.Whisk continuously until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture reaches 160°F (71°C) on a candy thermometer.

10.Remove from heat and beat the mixture with a hand mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Assembling the Cake Alaska Spread the meringue over the cooled cake, ensuring it covers the sides and top completely.

12.Using a kitchen torch, carefully torch the meringue to create a golden-brown finish.

13.Serve the Cake Alaska immediately and enjoy the delicious combination of warm meringue over a soft sponge cake.