8 egg yolks
1 can condensed milk
2 tsp shortening
1 tbsp sugar
1/3 tsp lemon zest
Meringue Ingredients:
8 egg whites
1 tsp cream of tartar
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 -1/2 cup powdered sugar
How to cook filling:
1. Mix egg yolks and condensed milk in a double boiler. Stir well.
2. Add the shortening and sugar and continue stirring for 5 minutes.
3. Fold the lemon zest into the mixture. Continue stirring until thick. Remove from heat and set aside.
How to cook meringue:
1. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks start to form.
2. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract. Continue beating until stiff peaks form about 10 minutes. Do not overbeat.
3. Preheat oven to 375F.
4. Line greased baking tray with waxed paper. Sprinkle powdered sugar on paper.
5. Spread the egg white mixture on the waxed paper covering it entirely. Bake until top is brown, about 10 minutes.
How to cook Braso de Mercedes:
1. Have another greased baking tray ready. Line with waxed paper. Invert the meringue onto the waxed paper so that brown side is below.
2. Spread the filling evenly on the meringue and roll into a log.
3. Dust with powdered sugar.
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