Vegan Baked Alaska: Lighter Than Air, Guilt-Free
"Ah, Baked Alaska: a towering meringue monument to culinary ingenuity, a symphony of flavors and textures, a dessert dreamt up in a land where ice cream fears not flames. But what if you crave that majestic peak without the eggs? What if you dream of a guilt-free indulgence that floats on air? Enter the vegan Baked Alaska: a lighter-than-air masterpiece that will leave your taste buds tingling and your conscience clear."
Meringue:
Ingredients:
- Chickpea water
- Cream of tartar
- Vanilla extract
- Super fine sugar
Whipping Meringue:
- Whisk chickpea water, cream of tartar, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add super fine sugar, beating between each addition.
- Whip for 15-20 minutes to create a stable Aquafaba meringue.
- Pipe the meringue into a pastry bag fitted with a nozzle.
White Chocolate Ganache:
Ingredients:
- Vegan white chocolate
- Plant-based milk
- Powdered dried strawberries
Making Ganache:
- Combine white chocolate, plant-based milk, and powdered strawberries.
- Heat milk, pour over chocolate, stir, and add strawberry powder.
Matcha Sponge Cake:
Ingredients:
- Coconut oil
- Plant-based milk
- Lemon juice
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Almond meal
- Gluten-Free Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Matcha powder
- Dried strawberry powder
Baking Process:
Ice-Cream (Coconut Matcha):
Ingredients:
- Coconut milk
- Granulated sugar
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
Ice Cream Preparation:
- Chill coconut milk cans.
- Scoop out coconut cream, process with sugar, salt, and vanilla.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours.
Assembly:
Building Layers:
- Slice the cooled sponge cake.
- Line a bowl with cling-wrap, layer with coconut matcha ice cream.
- Place a sponge layer on top.
- Cover with Aquafaba meringue.
- Torch meringue for a golden finish.
"Enjoy the magic of Vegan Baked Alaska! With Aquafaba meringue, white chocolate ganache, and coconut matcha ice cream, it's a delightful plant-based treat. And create a visually stunning dessert. Dive into the delicious layers of flavor and texture with every bite!"
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