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Mardi Gras King Cake

Mardi Gras King Cake: Celebrate with this Sweet Homemade Delight

Delight in this festive Mardi Gras King Cake, a sweet homemade treat perfect for celebration.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free blend can be a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Feel free to reduce for a less sugary flavor.
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Don't skip this!
  • 1 cup milk Almond milk works for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted.
  • 2 large eggs Use eggs with darker yolks for richer color.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup decorating icing Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1/4 cup purple sugar sprinkles For decoration.
  • 1/4 cup green sugar sprinkles For decoration.
  • 1/4 cup gold sugar sprinkles For decoration.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • baking sheet
  • kitchen towel
  • wire rack
  • dough hook

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, and cinnamon. Make a well in the center.
  3. Pour the frothy yeast mixture into the well and add melted butter and eggs. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours.
  6. After rising, punch down the dough and shape it into an oval, rolling out to about ½-inch thickness.
  7. Transfer the shaped cake to a lined baking sheet and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool cake on a wire rack. Once cooled, drizzle with icing and top with sugar sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Check yeast freshness for best results. Store cake in an airtight container, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze slices for 2 months.

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