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Pionono

A light and airy Peruvian sponge cake roll filled with rich dulce de leche and dusted with powdered sugar.

30 minMediumServes 8210 cal/serving

PeruvianDessertOvenVegetarianNut-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dulce de leche
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Whip egg whites from 4 separated large eggs until stiff peaks form.

  3. 3

    Beat egg yolks with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until pale and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Fold yolk mixture into whites, then gently fold in 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour.

  5. 5

    Spread batter on parchment and bake for 10 minutes until golden.

  6. 6

    Invert cake onto a towel dusted with 2 tbsp powdered sugar, peel off paper, spread with 1 cup dulce de leche, and roll tightly.

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Questions

What is Pionono?

A light and airy Peruvian sponge cake roll filled with rich dulce de leche and dusted with powdered sugar. This reference files it under Peruvian dessert: made in the oven, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What temperature do I cook Pionono at?

For Pionono, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 10 minutes, in step 5.

Why fold instead of stir in Pionono?

Step 4 reads: "Fold yolk mixture into whites, then gently fold in 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 4 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

Is there a substitute for powdered sugar in Pionono?

The entry for Pionono calls for 2 tbsp powdered sugar. In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Is Pionono vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 4 large eggs, separated. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

Does Pionono contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, separated. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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