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Delicious Capirotada: 8 Layers of Comforting Flavor

Capirotada
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A warm and indulgent dessert made with layers of crunchy bread, sweet syrup, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Bolillo rolls, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 3 cups shredded cheese (Longhorn Cheddar or Colby)
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 4 tablespoons butter (or spray butter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the bolillo rolls into 1/2-inch slices and butter both sides.
  3. Place slices on a baking sheet and bake for 3 minutes on each side until lightly toasted.
  4. In a large saucepan, combine water, piloncillo, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Bring to a boil and simmer covered for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and steep covered for 2 hours before straining the syrup.
  6. Spray a baking dish with non-stick spray. Layer a third of the toasted bread, raisins, cheese, and 1 1/2 cups syrup. Let soak for 15 minutes.
  7. Repeat the layering process twice more, finishing with the remaining bread, raisins, cheese, and syrup.
  8. Allow to set for an additional 15 minutes.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let it rest a few moments before serving warm.

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