Description
Capirotada is a traditional Mexican bread pudding made with toasted bread, cinnamon piloncillo syrup, raisins, nuts, and melted cheese. This warm and comforting dessert combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups toasted bolillo bread slices
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup piloncillo or brown sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Heat water, piloncillo, and cinnamon stick until syrup forms.
2. Toast bread slices lightly with butter.
3. Layer bread in a baking dish.
4. Add raisins, nuts, and cheese.
5. Pour syrup over each layer.
6. Repeat layers until dish is full.
7. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.
8. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
