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King Cake

Delicious King Cake Recipe for Celebrating Mardi Gras at Home

Indulge in a vibrant King Cake, perfect for Mardi Gras festivities with its sweet flavors and beautiful presentation.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoon milk or water adjust based on desired thickness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk with yeast and let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes). In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add melted butter and eggs into the yeast mixture once frothy. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until dough forms. Knead until smooth (about 6 minutes) and place in a greased bowl covered with plastic wrap.
  3. Allow the dough to rise in a warm area until doubled in size (approximately 1 hour).
  4. Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a rectangle (about an inch thick). Spread softened butter over the surface and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
  5. Roll up the rectangle from one long side into a log shape, pinch seams closed, and form into a circle. Hide a small plastic baby inside if desired.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place shaped cake on parchment-lined baking sheet; let rise again for about 30 minutes before baking for approximately 35 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with water/milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 8g

Notes

Customize your King Cake with different fillings and toppings to make it uniquely yours. Don't forget to hide a plastic baby inside for an authentic Mardi Gras experience.

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