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Published: Mar 16, 2012 · Modified: Oct 22, 2020 by Nancy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

Brownie Cake with Whiskey Meringue

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A chewy brownie cake layer slathered with whiskey infused meringue, this Brownie Cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue will have you dancing a jig after the first bite!

Plate with Brownie cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue on it.

Ok, so it's not  "quite" St. Patrick's Day yet.... but close enough and since it's one of my favorite "holidays" I think it's definitely time to get "this party started" - don't you? And there is no better way to get this party started or ended than with this Brownie Cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue.

 

Plate with Brownie Cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue and a fork.

Dark, dense and sinful this brownie cake is the perfect base for the meringue. In coming up with this Irish take on the classic American brownie I tried several variations of brownies. Fudgy brownies, cake brownies and chewy brownies and settled on this version for the base of these Brownie cakes.

What are brownies?

Simply put, a brownie is a type of cake that doesn't use any leavening or any liquid such as milk or oil. This gives brownies their dense texture. The butter is usually melted instead of beaten which also contributes to their dense texture. As for the difference between cakey and fudgy brownies - cakey brownies have more flour and fudgy brownies have more fat (i.e. butter and chocolate).

How to make this  Brownie Cake:

Although I love both cakey and fudgy brownies, neither was right for this Brownie Cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue. My brownie cake is a bit drier and dense with a deep chocolate flavor - the perfect partner for the Irish Whiskey Meringue!

After combining the ingredients I divided the batter between for the brownie cakes between 4 small (3 ¼  inch) tart pans, but you could also make it in either a 10 inch tart pan or a pie plate.

After the cakes cooled, I whipped the egg whites until they were soft and then added the sugar.
Once the meringue was glossy I added the cornstarch, vinegar and irish whiskey and continued to beat the mixture until it was shiny and thick...

Meringue for Brownie Cakes with Irish whiskey meringue

Then I swirled it onto each of the brownie cakes and popped them under the broiler for minute to brown.

Whether you make these brownie cakes in individual tart tins or not, I think you are going to love these Brownie Cakes with Irish Whiskey Meringue!

Brownie Tart with Whiskey Meringue

Making this recipe? If so, I'd love for you to rate it in the comments below!!!

 

Brownie Tart with Whiskey Meringue

Brownie Cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue

A chewy brownie cake layer slathered with whiskey infused meringue, this Brownie Cake with Irish Whiskey Meringue will have you dancing a jig after the first bite! Dark chocolate and Irish Whiskey are a surprisingly wonderful combination - and ideal for celebrating St. Patrick's day!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 537kcal
Author: Nancy Buchanan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chopped
  • 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp. butter
  • ⅔ cup superfine sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ⅓ cups flour
  • 2 Tbsp. good cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp. Irish whiskey I used Jameson's
  • Meringue
  • 4 egg whites room temperature
  • 1 cup superfine sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 tsp. white vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. Irish Whiskey

Instructions

  • Pre heat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Grease a 10 inch removable bottom tart pan, pie plate  or four 3 ¼ inch individual tart pans and set aside. Add the butter and the chocolate to a medium saucepan and heat over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Add the sugars, eggs, flour, cocoa and whiskey to the saucepan and mix until thoroughly combined. Pour batter into prepared tart pan(s). Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the brownies are set. Remove from oven and cool.
  • For the meringue, add the egg whites to a mixer bowl and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar while beating until the egg whites are thick and glossy. Add the cornstarch, vinegar and whiskey and beat until combined. Spoon the meringue over the cooled brownie. To toast, either use a torch (available in most cookware shops) or pre heat the broiler to high and broil for 1 minute until the meringue is golden brown. Slice and serve!

Recipe Notes

I made this using four 3 ¼  inch removable bottom tart pans. If you don't have tart pans you  could make this in either a 10 inch removable bottom tart pan or in a regular pie dish. 
If using a regular pie dish, you may need to increase the cook time by 3 - 5 minutes depending upon your oven. 
Set the timer for the indicated time and then check the brownie with a cake probe or a toothpick. If the toothpick is still wet, increase the cooking time by 3 minutes and then check again.  

Nutrition

Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 97g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 74g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 4.5mg
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Comments

  1. Lucy Lean says

    March 16, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    always up for some good craic to go with a whiskey pie! enjoy your holiday x

    Reply
  2. Maria says

    March 16, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Gorgeous tart!

    Reply
  3. aida mollenkamp says

    March 16, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    I'll take one order of boxty and a pie, thank you very much! Happy St. Patrick's, Nancy. From one Irish to another. 😉

    Reply
  4. the urban baker says

    March 16, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    What a fabulous feast you have planned for this festive holiday! Enjoy, Eat, Drink, + be Merry!

    Reply
  5. Allison [Girl's Guide to Social Media] says

    March 16, 2012 at 10:29 pm

    What a yummy looking dessert!

    Reply
  6. Lisa says

    March 17, 2012 at 1:26 am

    I had Boxty last St. Patty's Day, and wow. I'm hoping there's a repeat tonight! That brownie tart with whiskey meringue tart looks insane..in a verrry good way. Happy St Pat's to you, perfect post for it!

    Reply
  7. lisaiscooking says

    March 17, 2012 at 6:07 am

    Happy St. Patrick's Day! What a great dessert for today. The whiskey in the chocolate and in the meringue sounds lovely. The Guinness bread looks fantastic too.

    Reply
  8. marla {family fresh cooking} says

    March 17, 2012 at 6:48 am

    Nancy you have some wonderful ideas here! I'll start my meal with that stunning tart 🙂

    Reply
  9. Jennifer says

    March 17, 2012 at 8:05 am

    Wow this looks amazing! Great St. Patrick's Day treat! Do you deliver 🙂

    Reply
    • Nancy says

      March 17, 2012 at 9:12 am

      Awww. thanks Jennifer!! Hope you have a great St. Patrick's Day!!

      Reply
  10. Christie {Pepper Lynn} says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:53 am

    I'm a sucker for meringue AND brownies. Can't wait to combine the two with a little booze! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Debs @ The Spanish Wok says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:56 am

    I'm loving this dessert recipe and want it NOW. Have saved for another day, thanks.

    I agree with liking U2, but I refuse to buy their music and line their pockets as I don't feel they are particularly nice people!!!!!

    Enjoy your day and the good food too.

    Reply
  12. Barbara | Creative Culinary says

    March 17, 2012 at 12:18 pm

    I just had boxty for the first time a few weeks ago when I went to a tasting at a local Irish pub. Where have they been all my life?

    I know it seems an unfair trade but I would make you an Irish Coffee for a small plate with all of these. Please. Pretty please?

    Reply
  13. Kim says

    March 17, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    Hey Nancy! What a wononderful treat! I was tired of seeing "corned beef" all over the place.... So for me, this offering is delightful. 🙂

    [K]

    Reply
  14. Kristina Vanni says

    March 18, 2012 at 9:49 am

    This tart looks beautiful. A neat and tasty take on the Irish holiday. What a great treat to serve and impress!

    Reply
  15. Priscilla - She's Cookin' says

    March 18, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    Oooh, chocolate and whiskey - these Irish eyes are smilin' 🙂 What a wonderful feast you have laid out for us! Love boxties and, since I have some Guinness left, definitely want to make that wholesome wheat bread. I used Guinness extra stout in my Irish stew yesterday and it was better than broth, let me tell ya!

    Reply
  16. Mama's Gotta Bake says

    March 19, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    I just had to "pin" this photo! Brownie & Meringue...what a beautiful sight!

    Reply
    • Nancy says

      March 26, 2012 at 11:47 am

      Awww... thank you so much!! These are definitely a bit decadent but oh my... so worth it!!

      Reply
  17. Geez Louise! says

    March 21, 2012 at 7:07 pm

    boxty? no , i have never heard of that before... that chocolate loveliness is just calling my name!

    Reply
  18. Jamie says

    March 23, 2012 at 9:35 am

    Mmm that Irish Boxty looks fabulous and finished off with a Brownie Tart with Whiskey Meringue - I'll even be Irish for that! This tart is amazing!

    Reply
  19. mark says

    March 18, 2018 at 2:57 pm

    5 stars
    I found this in time for the St. Patrick's Day party and it was a big hit. Something different. Mine was not as beautiful as the version in your photos, but it still tasted great.

    Reply

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