Jamie Oliver has done it again! He’s whipped up a dessert that’s not only guaranteed to impress, but also a breeze to make. Introducing his air-fryer peach Alaska, a delicious twist on the classic dessert that’s ready in just 20 minutes.
Gone is the traditional sponge base, replaced by the comforting familiarity of hot cross buns. A generous drizzle of sherry (or elderflower cordial) and a swirl of hazelnut chocolate spread add an extra layer of flavor. The star of the show, though, is the juicy canned peaches. These get nestled atop the bun halves, then topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, and finally enveloped in a light and airy meringue.
Jamie’s genius lies in using an air fryer to achieve that perfectly golden meringue, while simultaneously toasting hazelnuts in the smaller drawer. The result? A dessert that’s both stunning and delicious.
Ready to give this recipe a try? Here’s what you’ll need and how to make it:
Ingredients:
* Two large eggs
* 100g caster sugar
* One hot cross bun
* Four tablespoons of sherry or elderflower cordial
* Two tablespoons of hazelnut chocolate spread
* 415g tin of peaches in juice
* Two large scoops of vanilla ice cream
* One handful of unsalted hazelnuts
Instructions:
1.
Meringue:
Separate the eggs, placing the whites in a bowl. Add a pinch of sea salt and whisk until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the sugar while whisking (an electric whisk is recommended) until the mixture becomes glossy and well combined.2.
Assembly:
Cut the hot cross bun in half and place each half on a circle of greaseproof paper. Drizzle the sherry (or cordial) over the cut sides of the bun halves and spread with chocolate spread. Drain the peaches and arrange half on top of each bun. Top one of the buns with a large scoop of ice cream. Spoon or pipe half the meringue over the ice cream and bun, ensuring complete coverage. Finish with a few taps of the spoon to create pretty peaks.3.
Air-Fry:
Carefully transfer the Alaska to the larger drawer of your air fryer. Place half the hazelnuts in the smaller drawer. Use the sync setting to cook both for five minutes at 190°C (375°F) or until the meringue is golden brown.4.
Serve:
Remove from the air fryer and let it sit for two minutes. Slice the Alaska in half and divide between serving plates. Bash or roughly chop the remaining hazelnuts and sprinkle over the dessert. Serve immediately and enjoy!Jamie Oliver’s air-fryer peach Alaska is a recipe that’s guaranteed to become a family favorite. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s absolutely delicious. So, grab your air fryer and get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful dessert.
