Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Bread
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Slice bread and toast until golden brown. Brush lightly with melted butter.
2. Make the Piloncillo Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine water, piloncillo, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
Simmer until piloncillo melts and the mixture thickens slightly into a syrup (about 10–15 minutes).
Remove cinnamon sticks and cloves before using.
3. Assemble the Capirotada
Grease a baking dish.
Layer bread slices across the bottom.
Drizzle syrup generously over bread.
Sprinkle raisins, nuts, cheese, and any optional toppings.
Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
4. Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the syrup has soaked through the bread.
5. Serve
Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Enjoy warm, with a drizzle of extra syrup if desired.
Tips & Variations
Make it lighter – Use less cheese if you prefer a sweeter, less savory flavor.
Add tropical notes – Mix in pineapple chunks or coconut for a unique twist.
Extra rich – Use evaporated milk instead of water in the syrup for creaminess.
Leftovers – Tastes even better the next day, as the flavors meld together.
Final Thoughts
Grandma’s Capirotada recipe is more than a sweet treat—it’s a reminder of family, faith, and tradition. Each layer tells a story, and each ingredient carries both flavor and meaning.
Whether you’re making it to honor cultural heritage, to share with loved ones, or simply to enjoy something warm and comforting, capirotada is a dish that feeds both the body and the soul.
