Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding) Recipe

Name: Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. raisins; 1 c. orange juice; 3/4 c. brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. orange zest; 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg; 5 c. 1-inch French bread cubes; 2 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1/2 c. chopped walnuts; cream (for topping)

Servings: persons

1 c. raisins
1 c. orange juice
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. orange zest
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
5 c. 1-inch French bread cubes
2 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
cream (for topping)

1
In small saucepan, combine raisins, juice, sugar, cinnamon, zest and nutmeg.
2
Bring ingredients to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3
In a large bowl, mix bread and raisins mixture by hand.
4
Add 2 cups of the shredded cheese and walnuts. Toss.
5
Pour into a buttered 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
6
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top.
7
Bake in preheated 375u00b0 oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
8
Serve warm, topped with cream.

1000

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. raisins, 1 c. orange juice, 3/4 c. brown sugar, 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)

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