Receta De Capirotada Tradicional, De Mi Rancho A Tu Cocina

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water (for piloncillo syrup)
• 500 g Piloncillo (half kilo, broken into pieces)
• 1 piece Cinnamon Stick (whole stick)
• 2 pieces Cloves (whole cloves)
• 1 piece Orange (cut in half, skin on, added to syrup)
• 10 pieces Bolillo (day-old or slightly stale; sliced lengthwise)
• 1 cup Peanuts (unsalted, roughly chopped)
• 1 cup Raisins (seedless)
• 1 cup Dried Prunes (pitted, sliced)
• 1 cup Walnuts (roughly chopped)
• 200 g Queso Fresco (crumbled; can use panela or feta)
• 2 pieces Banana (peeled and sliced into thin rounds)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Piloncillo Syrup

   In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, the 500 g of piloncillo, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 whole cloves, and the halved orange (skin on). Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer until the piloncillo fully dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 8‑10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

2. Slice and Toast the Bolillo

   While the syrup simmers, slice the 10 bolillos lengthwise into thin halves. Heat a comal or skillet over low heat, lightly oil if desired, and toast each piece until golden on both sides, turning carefully to avoid burning.

   Time: PT10M

3. Prepare the Fruit and Nuts

   Slice the bananas into thin rounds. Roughly chop the peanuts, walnuts, and crumble the queso fresco. Slice the dried prunes if not already sliced.

   Time: PT5M

4. Layer the Capirotada

   In a greased casserole dish, start with a layer of toasted bolillo pieces, then drizzle a generous amount of the warm piloncillo syrup so the bread is moist but not soggy. Sprinkle a handful of peanuts, raisins, prunes, walnuts, crumbled cheese, and banana slices. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of cheese and banana, then pour any remaining syrup over the top.

   Time: PT5M

5. Let the Capirotada Rest

   Allow the assembled capirotada to sit at room temperature for 15‑20 minutes, uncovered, so the flavors meld and the bread fully absorbs the syrup.

   Time: PT15M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

5 g