Decadent Brazilian Bolo de Rolo with Guava Paste

Name: Decadent Brazilian Bolo de Rolo with Guava Paste
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 6 large eggs, separated; 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups guava paste, sliced thinly; 1/4 cup water; Powdered sugar, for garnish

A Traditional Brazilian Rolled Cake

A delicate rolled cake distinguished by its layers of soft sponge and sweet guava paste.

2 h 30 min
10
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Ingredients

For the Cake Batter

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

6 large eggs, separated

2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling

2 cups guava paste, sliced thinly

1/4 cup water

For Dusting

Powdered sugar, for garnish

Preparation

Making the Batter

Preheat Oven & Prepare Sheet

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and line a baking sheet with parchment.

Cream Butter & Sugar

In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.

Add Yolks & Vanilla

Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Preparing the Egg Whites

Beat Egg Whites

In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Fold Egg Whites

Gently fold the egg whites into the butter mixture.

Add Flour

Gradually add the sifted flour, folding gently to maintain the airiness of the batter.

Important: Do not overmix once the flour is added to preserve the cake's light texture. Pro Tip: Use a whisk to gently incorporate the whites and flour for a seamless texture.

Cooking Process

Baking the Sponge

Pour a thin layer of batter onto the prepared sheet, spreading evenly. Bake for about 7-10 minutes until lightly golden.

Ensure to spread the batter thinly and evenly to achieve perfectly layered rolls. Timing: Bake 7-10 minutes at moderate heat.

Preparing the Guava Paste

In a saucepan, melt the guava paste with water over low heat until spreadable.

Melt over low heat for about 5 minutes until smooth and spreadable.

Rolling the Cake

Spread a thin layer of guava paste on the baked sponge, then gently roll starting from one short edge.

Plating & Serving