Manhattan Floating Island

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a bowl whisk egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar until it is a pale yellow, set aside.
3. 3
   In a medium saucepan heat heavy cream, over low heat, to just a boil.
4. 4
   Slowly add cream to yolks, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.
5. 5
   Transfer yolk mixture back to saucepan.
6. 6
   Cook until custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon, then add vanilla and whiskey.
7. 7
   Keep custard over low heat to keep warm, but do not allow eggs to curdle.
8. 8
   In a clean medium bowl whisk the egg whites, remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar, cream of tartar and salt until stiff peaks form.
9. 9
   Drop heaping spoonfuls of the meringue onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
10. 10
    Bake 8 minutes, or until peaks are golden.
11. 11
    To assemble, divide custard into 4 shallow bowls.
12. 12
    Top each with a meringue peak, sprinkle with berries and powdered sugar.