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Michelle Darmody: How to make the classic Baked Alaska — and mistakes to avoid

"It is fussier to make than your average dessert, but when done well has a great novelty and wow factor."

Michelle Darmody: How to make the classic Baked Alaska — and mistakes to avoid

Sat, 09 Aug, 2025 - 01:00

Michelle Darmody

Michelle Darmody

The sweetest of treats from our queen of cakes

The most fun dessert from the '80s repertoire was a Baked Alaska.

It is fussier to make than your average dessert, but when done well has a great novelty and wow factor.

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