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Bolo de rolo

Pernambuco's paper-thin sponge layers rolled around guava paste into a dense spiral.

Time
120min
Steps
5
Bolo de rolo, photographed from above

Ingredients

12 servings

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Contains milk, egg and wheat.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Beat butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs and fold in flour.

    2. 2

      Spread very thin layers (about 3 tbsp) on buttered parchment and bake each at 200°C (400°F) for 4–5 minutes.

    3. 3

      Turn out onto a sugared towel, spread with guava and roll.

    4. 4

      Lay the next layer, place the roll on it and keep rolling, repeating 6–8 times.

    5. 5

      Cool wrapped and slice thin.

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