Description
Capirotada is a traditional Mexican bread pudding made with layers of bread, fruits, nuts, and cheese, soaked in a spiced syrup, often enjoyed during Lent.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups bolillo or French bread, cubed and dried
- 2 cups piloncillo (or brown sugar)
- 2 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 cloves
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup peanuts, roasted
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup queso fresco or mild cheddar cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with melted butter.
- In a saucepan, combine water, piloncillo, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Bring to a boil and simmer until piloncillo dissolves, forming a syrup.
- Strain the syrup to remove spices and set aside.
- In the prepared dish, layer half the bread cubes, followed by half the raisins, nuts, coconut, and cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining bread, fruits, nuts, and cheese.
- Slowly pour the syrup evenly over the layers, allowing it to soak through.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- You can add sliced bananas or apples for additional flavor.
- Use day-old bread for best texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg