Here is a classic, cozy, old-fashioned Grandma’s Capirotada recipe—sweet, aromatic, and full of comforting flavors. This is the traditional Mexican bread pudding made with piloncillo syrup, spices, cheese, nuts, and raisins.

It’s humble, nostalgic, and absolutely delicious.

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🍞✨ Grandma’s Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding)

Ingredients

• 1 large loaf bolillo, French bread, or brioche, cut into thick slices
• 1 ¾ cups water
• 1 ½ cups piloncillo (or 1 ½ cups dark brown sugar)
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2–3 whole cloves
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup peanuts or pecans, chopped
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (queso fresco, Monterey Jack, or mild cheddar)
• 1/4 cup dried fruit (optional—apricots, figs, etc.)

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