WARM MEXICAN BREAD PUDDING WITH APPLES AND CREAM (CAPIROTADA)

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This apple bread pudding is heavenly served warm with whipped cream! No eggs added. From the "Too Hot Tamales" chefs Mary Sue Miliken and Susan Feniger, whose culinary pedigrees are steeped in Latin cuisine. Posted by request. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 loaf French bread or 1/2 loaf baguette, with crust, cut into small cubes
1 lb brown sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 large granny smith apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 lb cream cheese, chilled and chopped
crema or heavy cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch glass casserole.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, add bread cubes and stir to coat evenly. Spread cubes on a baking sheet and bake 15 minutes, or until lightly brown and crisp.
  • Remove bread and turn oven temperature up to 400 degrees.
  • Combine sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Stir in the cinnamon and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine apples, walnuts, cream cheese and bread cubes. Drizzle with reserved sugar syrup and mix to evenly distribute. Transfer to prepared pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Bake an additional 5 minutes, without stirring, until th top is golden brown and crusty and liquid is almost gone.
  • Serve warm with pitchers of crema or cream for adding at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.4, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 61.8, Sodium 439.2, Carbohydrate 103, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 63.8, Protein 11.8

Yakraj Akgamer
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves bread pudding.


mudaser jutt
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This bread pudding is a delicious and unique dessert.


Grace Narteki
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I've tried other bread pudding recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Conner Lawson
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This bread pudding is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


Namugenyi Sophie
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I added a bit of cinnamon to the bread pudding and it gave it a really nice flavor.


Heshere Frank
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread.


mahbub amin
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I followed the recipe exactly and my bread pudding turned out perfect! It was moist and flavorful.


Mutahir Khan
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This bread pudding is easy to make and perfect for a special occasion.


Ishtiaq Ali
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Sam Joe
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Hidaed ullah
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! My family loves the combination of bread, apples, and cream.


Ameryl Henry
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This bread pudding is a delightful fusion of Mexican and American flavors. The apples add a touch of sweetness, while the spices give it a warm and savory flavor.