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Nicaraguan Sopa Borracha Recipe

Nicaraguan Sopa Borracha Recipe

One of the key ingredients in Nicaraguan Sopa Borracha is the use of rum-soaked bread.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Nicaraguan
Keyword: Nicaraguan Sopa Borracha Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories:
Nicaraguan Sopa Borracha Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf of white bread 16 ounces
  • 1 cup of rum
  • 2 cups of milk
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup of raisins
  • 1/2 cup of chopped nuts e.g., almonds, walnuts
  • 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Instructions

Preparing the Rum-Soaked Bread:

  • Cut the white bread into thick slices, about 1 inch in thickness.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine the rum and milk.
  • Dip each slice of bread into the rum-milk mixture, ensuring they are well-soaked.
  • Place the soaked bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and set aside.

Making the Raisin and Nut Mixture:

  • In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, raisins, chopped nuts, and ground cinnamon.
  • Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Assembling the Sopa Borracha Layers:

  • In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  • Add the cocoa powder, orange zest, and lemon zest to the melted butter. Stir well until combined.
  • Take a baking dish and spread a thin layer of the cocoa-butter mixture on the bottom.
  • Place a layer of the soaked bread slices on top of the cocoa-butter mixture.
  • Sprinkle a generous amount of the raisin and nut mixture over the bread layer.
  • Repeat the process, adding another layer of soaked bread slices and the raisin and nut mixture. Continue until all the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of the raisin and nut mixture on top.

Letting it Rest:

  • Once the layers are assembled, cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • This resting time allows the flavors to meld together and the bread to absorb the delicious rum and cocoa-butter mixture.

Serving and Garnishing:

  • Before serving, remove the Sopa Borracha from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes.
  • Optionally, dust the top of the dish with powdered sugar for added sweetness and visual appeal.
  • Cut the Sopa Borracha into individual portions and serve chilled.
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