Name: Lemon Brazo De Mercedes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 8 eggs, separated; 16 ounces sweetened condensed milk; 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon rind, finely grated; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; parchment paper

Recipe by Molly53

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An impressive looking dessert perfect for summertime entertaining. Chilling time not included.

Ready In:: 20mins
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ingredients

8 eggs, separated
16 ounces sweetened condensed milk
¹⁄₂ teaspoon lemon extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon fresh lemon rind, finely grated
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
parchment paper

directions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Combine egg yolks and condensed milk in the top of a double boiler.
Cook about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened.
Stir in next 3 ingredients until mixed thoroughly; set to the side.
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to soft peaks.
Gradually beat in sugar.
Stir in vanilla.
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and butter; spread meringue over paper.
Bake 10-15 minutes until brown.
Remove from oven and loosen paper lining.
While still hot, spread filling evenly over top.
Roll up jelly roll fashion; chill.
Slice and serve.

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