Easy Mexican Bread Pudding (Capirotada)
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Easy Mexican Bread Pudding (Capirotada)

Official LA LECHERA®
Easy Mexican Bread Pudding (Capirotada)
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
30 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
20 servings (about 1/2 cup per serving)

Treat yourself and your family to the delicious flavors of Easy Mexican Bread Pudding (Capirotada) from Official LA LECHERA®. This simple capirotada recipe makes use of pantry staples to create a delightful dessert that captures the essence of traditional mexican bread pudding recipes.

With every bite, you'll experience the rich and creamy textures that come from the capirotada recipe with evaporated milk as well as NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk. The addition of NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk ensures a luscious consistency that makes this mexican bread pudding with condensed milk unforgettable.

Making this capirotada recipe is straightforward, providing the warmth and comfort of a traditional mexican bread pudding capirotada right in your own kitchen. Sprayed with nonstick cooking spray and layered with milk-soaked bread, it’s a no-fuss dessert perfect for any occasion, from Easter celebrations to simple family gatherings.

If you're wondering how do you make mexican bread pudding, this dessert is easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy. With the perfect blend of ingredients, this recipe is a wonderful way to explore and enjoy Mexican dessert delights.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

A can of Evaporated Milk with an image of evaporated milk pouring onto a white spatula.

NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Canned Milk

(NET 12 fl oz (354 mL))
A white can of sweetened condensed milk with blue labels beside the La Lechera logo and a plate of flan.

Sweetened Condensed Milk 14 oz Can

(14 oz. Can)

Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F. Coat 8-inch-square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place bread cubes in prepared baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Whisk eggs, egg whites, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk and ½ teaspoon cinnamon in a medium mixing bowl until well blended.

Step 3

Combine pecans, sugar, remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves in a small bowl. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Pour egg mixture evenly over bread ensuring all pieces are covered and sprinkle pecan mixture over bread dish.

Step 5

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until set.

Serving Suggestion:

Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with NESTLÉ LA LECHERA Dulce de Leche.

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