Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Baked Alaska

Dessert doesn’t get more dramatic—or fun—than Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Baked Alaska. Think warm, golden meringue with a crisp shell, hiding a surprise scoop of cold vanilla ice cream over chocolatey, peachy, sherry-kissed hot cross buns. It’s nostalgic and indulgent with a cheeky air fryer twist. I made this for a date-night treat, and let’s just say… it went down very well. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

• 2 large free-range eggs (separated)
• 100g caster sugar
• 1 hot cross bun (halved)
• 4 tbsp sherry or elderflower cordial
• 2 tbsp hazelnut chocolate spread
• 1 x 415g tin of peaches in juice (drained)
• 2 large scoops vanilla ice cream
• 1 handful unsalted hazelnuts (chopped)

How To Make Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Baked Alaska

1. Whip Up the Meringue:
   Separate the eggs and place the whites in a clean, dry mixing bowl. Add a pinch of sea salt and whisk until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the caster sugar while continuing to whisk, until the mixture becomes glossy and smooth.
2. Prep the Base:
   Cut the hot cross bun in half and drizzle the cut sides generously with sherry or elderflower cordial. Spread a layer of hazelnut chocolate spread over each half, then top with slices of drained tinned peaches.
3. Assemble Your Alaska:
   Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of one bun half. Carefully spoon or pipe the meringue over the ice cream and bun, sealing the ice cream in completely. Tap the meringue with a spoon to create soft peaks—it adds that signature Alaska texture.
4. Air Fry to Perfection:
   Using a small piece of greaseproof paper for easier handling, place the assembled Baked Alaska into the air fryer. Air fry at 190°C for 5 minutes, or until the meringue is golden and crisp on the outside.
5. Toast the Hazelnuts:
   In a separate air fryer drawer (or before/after the Alaska), toast the chopped hazelnuts for about 3–4 minutes until golden.
6. Finish and Serve:
   Let the Alaska sit for a minute or two to firm up the outer meringue. Sprinkle with roasted hazelnuts and serve immediately. Then repeat the process for your second serving—if it lasts that long.

Why I Love This Recipe

This Air Fryer Baked Alaska is surprisingly easy and outrageously satisfying. You get that soft, boozy bun, melting peaches, cold creamy centre, and the crunch of toasted hazelnuts all in one bite. And the air fryer makes it possible without needing a blowtorch or oven drama!

Recipe Tips

• Room-temp eggs whip better—cold eggs take longer and don’t always hold their structure.
• Clean tools are key—grease will stop your meringue from forming stiff peaks.
• Seal the ice cream well—make sure the meringue completely covers it, or it may melt.
• Use greaseproof paper under the bun for easy air fryer transfer.
• Work fast—assemble one Alaska at a time to keep the ice cream cold until air frying.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 368 kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 3.1g
• Sugars: 49.4g
• Salt: 0.2g
• Protein: 6.9g
• Carbohydrates: 59.2g
• Fiber: 2.3g

Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Recipes:

• Air Fryer Roast Whole Chicken
• Air Fryer Chicken In A Bag
• Air Fryer Cheddar Cheese Scones
• Air Fryer Salmon With Crispy Potatoes