King Cake

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Traditional Mardi Gras brioche ring with cinnamon sugar and colorful icing
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Celebrate the season with this classic King Cake, a tender, braided brioche dough filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with vibrant purple, green, and yellow icing. This festive treat is a staple of Mardi Gras celebrations, symbolizing justice, faith, and power. The soft, pillowy bread pairs perfectly with the sweet, spiced filling, offering a delightful contrast in texture. Whether you choose the traditional butter-cinnamon filling or a rich cream cheese variation, this cake is sure to impress guests. It’s perfect for parties, office gatherings, or family breakfasts. Remember to hide a small bean or figurine inside for that authentic Cajun tradition.

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King Cake

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 10 Calories: 164.5

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Celebrate the season with this classic King Cake, a tender, braided brioche dough filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with vibrant purple, green, and yellow icing. This festive treat is a staple of Mardi Gras celebrations, symbolizing justice, faith, and power. The soft, pillowy bread pairs perfectly with the sweet, spiced filling, offering a delightful contrast in texture. Whether you choose the traditional butter-cinnamon filling or a rich cream cheese variation, this cake is sure to impress guests. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for parties, office gatherings, or family breakfasts. Remember to hide a small bean or figurine inside for that authentic Cajun tradition.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Scald milk, then add melted margarine and let cool to lukewarm.
  2. Soften yeast in lukewarm water with 1/2 teaspoon sugar; let sit for 30 seconds to activate.
  3. Combine the yeast mixture, eggs, sugar, salt, and cooled milk mixture in a large bowl.
  4. Gradually add flour, mixing until a thick dough forms.
  5. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes, then knead for 20 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Divide the dough into two equal portions.
  7. Roll one portion into a rectangle approximately 1/2 inch thick.
  8. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough.
  9. Sprinkle a mixture of 3/4 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon over the buttered dough.
  10. Roll the dough up tightly starting from the widest end.
  11. Form the rolled dough into a circle, pinching the ends together to seal.
  12. Place the ring on a baking sheet and let rise until doubled in size.
  13. Bake in a preheated 350ðF (177ðC) oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  14. While the cake cools, make a thin icing from confectioner sugar and divide into three bowls.
  15. Color the icing purple, green, and yellow.
  16. Hide a small plastic baby or red bean inside the cake before frosting.
  17. Frost the cooled cake with the three colored icings.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 164.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g15%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 42.5g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: king cake, mardi gras, cajun, dessert, brioche, cinnamon sugar, braided bread, festive, louisiana, yeast bread, cream cheese filling, purple green yellow, celebration, traditional, holiday treat
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