Baked Alaska

1. Grease a 9-in. square pan; line with greased parchment.

2. Combine chocolate and butter in bowl; whisk in 3⁄4 cup sugar. Whisk in eggs, cinnamon, and salt. Sift cocoa over mixture; whisk until blended.

3. Spread batter evenly into pan. Bake at 375°F 20 min., or until firm. Cool in pan and invert onto rack. Peel parchment.

4. Cut cake into 6 equal pieces and place each in a small gratin dish; top with 1⁄2 cup ice cream. Cover; freeze.

5. Beat whites with salt until they hold soft peaks. Gradually beat in 11⁄2 cups sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.

6. Pipe meringue over ice cream and cake. Bake in 450°F oven 6 min., or until golden brown. Drizzle with caramel.