Traditional Capirotada Recipe

Ingredients

Bread Layer

• 1 large loaf bolillo or French bread, cut into thick slices
• 3–4 tbsp butter or oil (for toasting)

Syrup (Piloncillo Syrup)

• 2 cups water
• 1 ½ cups piloncillo (or brown sugar)
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 whole cloves
• 1–2 star anise (optional)

Filling & Toppings

• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup dried apricots or prunes (optional)
• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 cup shredded cheese (queso fresco, mild cheddar, or mozzarella)
• 1/2 cup peanuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup candied fruit (optional)

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