Baked Alaska

INGREDIENTS :

1. Any yellow cake mix - 1
2. Egg whites - 5
3. Vanilla ice cream - 1 quart
4. Fruits cocktail - 1 cup (Mixture of any of your favorite fruits.)
5. Sugar - 1 cup ( can use granulated or powdered)

METHOD :

1. Prepare the yellow cake according to the instructions on the box.
2. After cooling the cake thoroughly, transfer it onto an oven safe serving dish.
3. Arrange the cocktail of fruits over the cake.
4. Invert the ice cream over this & cover the entire cake well. Set to freeze.
5. For the meringue : Beat the egg whites till frothy, gradually adding the sugar ( 2-3 tbsp at a time) till it forms stiff peaks.
6. Quickly spread the meringue over the entire cake, making sure that all the edges are sealed.
7. Bake at 500o F for 3-4 mins or until the meringue peaks are lightly browned. Best served immediately.

TIPS:

1. When in a hurry, just use a store bought sponge cake instead of making one.
2. If not using up the entire yummy goodness in one sitting, do remember to freeze it. But before eating it, be sure to leave it outside for a few minutes or just microwave for around 10 seconds.