Panes de Calatrava

Panes de Calatrava is a delicious Spanish bread pudding traditionally made with stale bread, eggs, and milk, offering a delightful texture and rich flavor. This vegetarian version is perfect for a comforting breakfast, infused with citrus and spices for a refreshing twist.

Ingredients

• Stale bread - 150 grams
• Milk - 300 ml
• Eggs - 2 large
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Orange zest - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Butter - 10 grams (for greasing)
• Raisins - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Grease a small baking dish with butter.
3. Cut the stale bread into small cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, lemon zest, orange zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and gently fold in the raisins, ensuring all the bread is soaked.
6. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
7. Transfer the bread mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a knife inserted comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains protein from eggs and milk, supporting muscle repair.

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