Brazo De Mercedes – Creme-filled Log Cake

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Brazo De Mercedes - Creme-filled Log Cake
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

5 cups milk
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
8 egg yolks
1/4 cup toasted and finely ground cashew nuts
10 egg whites
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
429
Sugar
41g
Fat
16g
Brazo De Mercedes - Creme-filled Log Cake, popularly known as Pianono in the Philippines, is a classic Filipino dessert that is loved by many. The cake is visually appealing with its golden brown color on the top and creamy filling inside. Brazo De Mercedes is light, airy, and has a fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. It is perfect for serving for special occasions and celebrations. The cake's name Brazo De Mercedes is Spanish for Mercedes' arm, which is said to resemble the dessert's shape.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C.
2.Grease and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
3.In a saucepan, combine milk, 1 cup of sugar, and butter.
4.Heat the mixture for about 12-14 minutes on low flame, stirring continuously and scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent burning.
5.Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract followed by the finely ground cashew nuts and egg yolks.
6.Pour the mixture into the prepared jelly roll pan and smooth it out with a spatula.
7.In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
8.Slowly incorporate the remaining 1 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the beaten egg whites.
9.Continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
10.Pour the mixture on top of the pre-baked layer in the jelly roll pan, and even out the top with a spatula.
11.Bake the mixture in the oven for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
12.Remove the jelly roll pan from the oven and cool for at least 10 minutes before unmoulding the cake.
13.Flip the cake onto parchment paper and remove the old parchment paper manually.
14.Spread the creme filling over the cake and roll it tightly to form a log cake.
15.Wrap the cake with cling wrap or aluminum foil and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
16.Once chilled, slice the cake into uniform pieces, and it is ready to serve.

PROS

Brazo De Mercedes – Creme-filled Log Cake is a light and airy cake that is sure to please your taste buds.

It is visually appealing with its golden brown color on the top and creamy filling inside.

CONS

One of the cons of Brazo De Mercedes cake is that it requires some intermediate baking skills, mainly while making the creme filling and baking the cake to a perfect consistency and golden color.

As a dessert cake, Brazo De Mercedes is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Brazo De Mercedes is a high calorie dessert, it does provide some health benefits.
Egg whites are an excellent source of protein and are low in calories, making them ideal if you’re on a weight loss program.
The cake also contains cashew nuts, which are rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Cashew nuts help promote heart health and maintain healthy bones.
However, the cake is also high in sugar, so it’s best to limit your intake.

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