Brazo Gitano y Mermelada

pastry cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: vanilla pudding

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Almond flour is gluten-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Whisk eggs in a bowl until frothy.

Gradually add sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, whisking until thick and pale.

Sift together flour and salt, then fold into the egg mixture gently.

Pour the batter onto a prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly.

Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and springy to touch.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Spread guava jam evenly over the cake.

Roll the cake tightly to form a log.

Decorate with peach jam and coconut before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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