Brazo de Mercedes (Rolled Soft Meringue with Custard Filling)
Brazo de Mercedes is one of the classic Filipino desserts that everyone loves. The soft meringue layer is very light paired with the sweet custard filling that is just satisfying! The most difficult part is the rolling of the meringue. Once you master the technique, making this dessert becomes very easy. My mom loves this dessert although leche flan is still her number one choice!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Put wax paper on a cookie sheet or large rectangular baking pan and apply with baking spray.
Meringue Instructions
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Start beating the egg whites on medium with an electric mixer. Once it bubbles add the cream of tartar, increase the speed to medium high and beat until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the granulated sugar to make the meringue and beat until stiff peaks form.
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Evenly spread the meringue on the greased wax paper.
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Bake the meringue for 20 to 22 minutes or until the color of the top part turns light to medium brown.
Custard Filling Instructions
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While the meringue is in the oven, make the filling by combining the egg yolks and condensed milk in a small pot.
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Cook the mixture on medium heat. Continuously stir until the texture becomes thick.
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Add the vanilla extract, turn off the heat, and mix thoroughly. Set aside and let cool.
Assembly Instructions
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Remove the meringue from the oven and cool down for a few minutes.Remove the meringue from the oven and cool down for a few minutes.
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Dust the top of the meringue with confectioner's sugar. Place wax paper on the top part of the meringue then a similar sized baking pan or tray. The meringue should now be in the middle of two baking trays.
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Flip the trays. Remove the baking tray and the wax paper then evenly spread the filling over the meringue.
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Roll the meringue carefully starting at the longest side. The technique is to use the wax paper that's underneath to slowly release and roll the meringue.
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Transfer to a serving plate. Serve and enjoy!!
