Capirotada Recipe

Name: Capirotada
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SYRUP; 6 small piloncillo cones; ½ cups water; 8 short cinnamon sticks; 2 bunches green onions or 1 large white onion, cut in quarters; OTHER INGREDIENTS; 3 loaves French bread, sliced thin; 2 (16 ounce) containers soft margarine; 1 (16 ounce) box raisins; 2 cups chopped pecans; 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1
Combine water, piloncillos, cinnamon sticks and green onions in large pot or dutch oven.
2
Bring to a boil and cook until the piloncillos are dissolved and the syrup is dark from the spices.
3
Taste- you may want to add additional brown sugar or spices depending on your personal tastes.
4
Remove from heat and take out onions and cinnamon sticks.
5
Toast the french bread (you can do this ahead of time or while the syrup is cooking).
6
Spread margarine liberally on both sides of toast.
7
Layer toast, cheese, raisins, and nuts in 2 9X13 pans (preferably glass), repeating until both pans are full, ending with a layer of cheese, raisins and nuts.
8
Pour the syrup over the top, dividing evenly between both pans, and making sure that all the bread is moistened.
9
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes.
10
Serve hot or cold.
11
Store in the refrigerator.

1345

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: SYRUP, 6 small piloncillo cones, ½ cups water, 8 short cinnamon sticks, and more.

Yes, Capirotada falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Capirotada

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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