NEW MEXICAN CAPIROTADA (BREAD PUDDING)

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Make and share this New Mexican Capirotada (Bread Pudding) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup brandy
6 cups French bread or 6 cups Italian bread, cubed toasted
1/2 cup pecans or 1/2 cup almonds, toasted chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 tart apple, peeled cored chopped
1/2 cup dried apricot, chopped
2 1/2 cups hot water
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (canela, if available)
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
whipped cream, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the raisins in a small bowl and pour the brandy over them. Set aside for at least 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer the bread in the baking dish. Add the pecans and the cheese to the bread, mixing both in lightly. Scatter the raisins over the top, including any brandy not absorbed by the fruit.
  • In a small skillet, warm 2 tbsp of the butter. Add apple and apricots and saute until softened. Spoon the fruit over the raisins.
  • Pour the sugar into a large, heavy saucepan. Warm over medium high heat till the sugar melts and turns a deep golden brown, about 8 - 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even melting. Pour the water into the molten sugar, standing back from the pan to avoid the steam that will rise as the water hits the sugar. The mixture will partially solidify.
  • Continue cooking till liquid again, stirring occasionally. Add the apple cider, orange juice, butter, vanilla and spices to the syrup. Ladle the syrup carefully over the bread. When the preparation is complete, the syrup should be about level with the top of the bread. If any bread pieces aren't coated, push them into the syrup.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, till the syrup has absorbed and the cheese has melted into the pudding. Serve the pudding hot, topped with whipped cream if you like.

hridooy Khan
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This capirotada was easy to make and it turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.


John Campbell
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This capirotada was delicious! The bread was perfectly moist and the filling was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jay Etz
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my capirotada turned out dry and bland. I'm disappointed because I was really looking forward to trying it.


Obakeng Mofokeng
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This capirotada was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Sufyan Hameed
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This capirotada was amazing! The bread was perfectly moist and the filling was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Saoda Saoda
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This capirotada was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more milk or water next time.


Onion
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This capirotada was easy to make and it turned out delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Andrés Alberto Herrera
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I'm not usually a fan of bread pudding, but this capirotada was actually really good! I would definitely make it again.


Ramzan Ramzan
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This capirotada was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Marius Nita
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I've made this capirotada several times now and it's always a hit! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Secured Checks
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This was my first time making capirotada and it turned out great! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Forhad Bawali
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This capirotada was amazing! I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors. The bread was perfectly moist and the filling was rich and flavorful.


Peter Williams
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my capirotada turned out dry and bland. I'm disappointed because I was really looking forward to trying it.


Teacher Chelimo Alex
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This capirotada was easy to make and it turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.


Bunnytail1
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I followed the recipe exactly and my capirotada turned out perfect! It was so delicious that I ate two pieces.


Skyler McGregor
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This capirotada was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still pretty good.


BossB*tch
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This is the best capirotada I've ever had! The bread was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, and the filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Jayaprakash Jaya
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I'm not usually a fan of bread pudding, but this capirotada was actually really good! The bread was perfectly moist and the filling was flavorful and not too sweet.


Miguel Colindres
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This capirotada bread pudding was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet and savory flavors was perfect, and the bread pudding was moist and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.