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Lemon Brazo De Mercedes
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 8
An impressive looking dessert perfect for summertime entertaining. Chilling time not included.
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:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Combine egg yolks and condensed milk in the top of a double boiler.
3. Cook about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened.
4. Stir in next 3 ingredients until mixed thoroughly; set to the side.
5. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to soft peaks.
6. Gradually beat in sugar.
7. Stir in vanilla.
8. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and butter; spread meringue over paper.
9. Bake 10-15 minutes until brown.
10. Remove from oven and loosen paper lining.
11. While still hot, spread filling evenly over top.
12. Roll up jelly roll fashion; chill.
13. Slice and serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com