Capirotada – Traditional Mexican Sweet Bread
Capirotada is a traditional sweet bread pudding. The recipe uses toasted bread and spiced syrup. It includes dried fruits and nuts. The dessert is warm and comforting. Preparation is simple and traditional. Capirotada is perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bread (toasted)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a pot combine water, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Toast bread slices lightly.
- Place a layer of bread in a baking dish. Add raisins and nuts.
- Pour some syrup over the bread.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30–40 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread.
- Adjust sweetness as needed.
- Cinnamon improves flavour.
- Nuts add texture.
- Cheese is optional.
- Serve warm.
- Store properly.
- Reheat gently.