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Brazo Gitano Recipe Puerto Rican

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Description

Brazo Gitano, also known as Swiss Roll, is a popular dessert in Puerto Rico. The name Brazo Gitano means "Gypsy's Arm" because the cake is rolled up like a spiral. This dessert is made with a sponge cake base, filled with a sweet cream filling, and then rolled up into a log shape. It is a delicious and visually impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup strawberry jam
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cake knife

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Separate the egg whites from the yolks and place them in separate bowls.
  3. Beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together and add to the egg yolk mixture. Mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture.
  7. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  8. Pour the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and smooth it out with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake is golden brown.
  10. While the cake is baking, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
  11. Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  12. Place a clean kitchen towel on top of the cake and flip it over onto the towel.
  13. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.
  14. Spread the strawberry jam over the cake and then spread the whipped cream on top of the jam.
  15. Roll the cake up tightly with the help of the towel.
  16. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar.
  17. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to grease the parchment paper before pouring the batter on it.
  • Do not overbake the cake, as it will be difficult to roll up if it is too dry.
  • Be gentle when rolling up the cake to avoid cracking it.
  • Refrigerate the cake before serving to allow the filling to set.

Nutrition Info

Calories: 290

Carbohydrates: 33g

Protein: 5g

Fat: 15g

Saturated Fat: 9g

Cholesterol: 129mg

Sodium: 145mg

Potassium: 102mg

Fiber: 0g

Sugar: 25g

Vitamin A: 715IU

Vitamin C: 1mg

Calcium: 66mg

Iron: 1mg

Recipe Tips

  • You can use any flavor of jam or fruit spread that you like.
  • If you want to make the cake even more flavorful, you can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
  • Make sure that the whipped cream is stiff enough to hold its shape when you spread it on the cake.
  • If you do not have a kitchen towel, you can use a sheet of parchment paper to roll up the cake.
  • Do not be afraid to experiment with different fillings and flavors to create your own unique Brazo Gitano recipe.

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