"Brazo de gitano" or "gypsy's arm" is a classic and well-loved dessert originating from Spain, characterized by its uniquely rolled shape and creamy filling. Typically made with a light and airy sponge cake, this sweet treat is filled with a variety of options, ranging from smooth chocolate, velvety vanilla, rich coffee, tangy fruit, or luscious nut fillings. The "brazo de gitano" has become a popular choice for celebrations, gatherings, and indulge of sweet cravings. In this article, we will guide you through some of the best recipes for creating this delightful treat, offering you a selection of options to suit your taste and preference, along with step-by-step instructions to ensure a successful and enjoyable baking experience."
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BRAZO GITANO DE GUAYABA (JELLY ROLL WITH GUAVA)
Recipe I've had for over 25 years. In Puerto Rico, the brazo gitano made by Franco in Mayaguez is a favorite. This homemade version may not be an exact duplicate but it is just as good or better, in my opinion. Mix and match the fillings to your taste. Cream cheese along with the fruit of your choice is a favorite of many.
Provided by Milly Suazo-Martinez
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour a 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan.
- Break eggs into a small mixing bowl; beat with an electric mixer until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in sugar gradually. Add water, lime zest, and vanilla extract and blend well. Beat in flour gradually until smooth. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and loosen the edges with a sharp knife. Turn out immediately onto a tea towel sprinkled with powdered sugar.
- Cut guava paste into chunks and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until spreadable. Be careful, it will get hot because of the high sugar content.
- Trim any stiff edges off of the cake and spread guava over. Roll up carefully in jelly roll fashion from the narrow end, using the towel to ease the cake over. Let cool in the towel on a wire rack for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the towel carefully and sprinkle additional powdered sugar over the top if desired. Slice to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 180.5 mg, Sugar 23.3 g
BRAZO DE GITANO (CREAM ROLL)
This is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert. There are different variations for the brazo de gitano filling. You can substitute strawberry or guava jam for the cream filling. If not serving immediately, place rolls in a refrigerator and remove 1 hour before serving.
Provided by Venus Zayas
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 18x12x1-inch aluminum pan. Line with parchment paper and grease paper generously.
- Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Set aside.
- Combine water, vanilla extract, and lime juice in a separate bowl. Set aside.
- Beat eggs in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer on high speed for 1 minute. Reduce speed to medium and add white sugar gradually. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture alternately with water mixture, mixing until well combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
- While cake is baking, dissolve cornstarch in 1 cup milk in a saucepan over medium heat until well blended. Add egg yolks and mix well. Pour in remaining milk, sugar, salt, and lime zest. Mix over medium heat using a wooden spoon until boiling; remove from heat. Keep filling warm if cake is still baking.
- Place a large, damp cloth on a table and sprinkle generously with sifted confectioners' sugar about 5 minutes before cake has finished baking.
- Remove cake from the oven. Release edges of cake using a knife. Turn cake over onto the sugar-coated cloth; remove parchment paper from cake and trim edges. Pour cream filling over cake immediately, spreading almost to the edges. Roll cake up from the bottom.
- Cut roll in the middle to divide into two 9-inch rolls. Transfer to 2 flat platters using 2 wide spatulas. Sprinkle rolls with additional confectioners' sugar just prior to serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 74.5 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 201.7 mg, Sugar 28.6 g
BRAZO GITANO NAVIDEñO ( NIñO ENVUELTO )
It's like a yule log/Tronco Navideño.A sponge cake rolled into a log with a filling of your choice. You could frost it or just dust with powdered sugar. The filling I use is dulce de leche with guava marmalade, you could also use Nutella, bavarian cream or any flavor of marmalade. It's not as hard as it looks.
Provided by Kitty Kat Cook
Categories Dessert
Time 27m
Yield 1 Log, 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk egg whites with the salt until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Beat egg yolks with the sugar until light and fluffy. Add the butter and half of the flour.
- Gently fold in half of the egg whites. Then fold in the remainder of the flour and last the rest of the egg whites.
- Heat oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit/ 240 degrees celsius.Grease and line a baking sheet with wax paper, then grease the wax paper again.
- Then spread batter evenly onto sheet. Bake for aprox. 7 minutes or until firm and pale but not golden.
- While it bakes get your filling ready and set a moist,clean towel on a clean flat surface, which should be big enough to cover the entire cake.
- Remove the cake from the oven and quickly invert it onto the towel, remove the paper and spread dulce de leche and top with marmalade on top and roll the cake. Wrap cake with the towel and refrigerate up to a day before or 3 hours minimum. Remove and decorate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.9, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 54.4, Sodium 72.9, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 26.2, Protein 2.1
BRAZO DE GITANO -- ROLLED SPONGE CAKE (SPAIN)
The recipe for this special Spanish dessert was found on the internet & posted here for use in Zaar World Tour 5.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F & lightly butter a 15"x8" baking pan or sheet. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper, then butter that well & dust lightly with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar.
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg yolks & 1/4 cup granulated sugar until thick & smooth.
- Stir in flour, cocoa & vanilla extract, blending well.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until stiff, but not dry, then fold them into the yolk/flour mixture.
- Pour batter into prepared baking sheet & spread out evenly.
- Bake 15 minutes, then cool for 5 minutes before turning onto a cloth to cool.
- After another 10 minutes peel off the paper.
- Combine whipped cream, rum & superfine sugar, & adjust to taste.
- Spread this cream mixture over the cake & then roll the cake like a jellyroll, starting with the long edge.
- Sprinkle with remaining powdered sugar, before slicing into 3-inch long slices & serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 276.7, Sodium 89.3, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 19.5, Protein 8.8
Tips:
- Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help them rise properly and give the cake a light and fluffy texture.
- Don't overbeat the egg whites. Overbeaten egg whites will make the cake tough.
- Be careful not to overcook the cake. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before you fill and roll it. This will help prevent it from cracking.
- When filling the cake, spread the filling evenly over the surface. Don't pile it on too thick, or it will be difficult to roll.
- Roll the cake up tightly, starting from the short end. Use a piece of parchment paper to help you roll the cake.
- Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the filling set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Brazo de Gitano is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and fluffy cake, creamy filling, and delicate flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give Brazo de Gitano a try. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »