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King-Cake-Recipe

Classic King Cake Recipe

King Cake is one of the best things I've tried out, the cake has a delightful taste with a rich flavor, and a moist and soft texture, a cake lover's dream.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 12
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For Dough

For Filling

For Glaze & Topping

Instructions
 

For Dough

  • In a glass bowl, mix the milk and water, microwave at 20-second intervals until the milk is warm (around 115°F or 45°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, add in the warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of granulated sugar, and mix until combined. Allow to sit for up to 10 minutes until the yeast is foamy (if it isn't, start all over).
  • Add in 2 cups of flour, the remaining granulated sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, egg, egg yolks, and salt. Mix until just combined.
  • Gradually add in the remaining flour while mixing until the dough is well combined and sticking to itself as you mix (it should be a bit tacky when you touch it).
  • Transfer the dough to a flat, floured surface, and knead for about 10 minutes until you have a smooth and elastic dough.
  • Get a large bowl and lightly oil it, now, place the dough in the bowl and cover with a plastic wrap. Allow to sit for 1-2 hours in a warm, dry place until it has risen to double its size.

Prepping the Filling

  • In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Now, deflate the risen dough, and transfer to a flat, floured surface. Roll into a rectangular shape about 10x20-inch. Now, cut it into two lengthwise.
  • Now, spread the softened butter evenly over each rectangle, leaving a 1-inch allowance around all sides.
  • Sprinkle the filling mix evenly over the butter, then roll each rectangle lengthwise into a rope-like shape, and pinch the edges to properly seal it.
  • Now, take each rope-like dough and twist it to form a wreath. Transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Cover with a towel, and allow to sit for about 45 minutes until it has risen to double its size.

Baking the Cake

  • While waiting for the dough to rise in size, preheat your oven to 350°F (or 175°C). Prepare an egg wash by whisking 1 egg and a tiny bit of water.
  • Once the dough is risen, brush over the surfaces with the egg wash. Transfer to the preheated oven, and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown. Take out of the oven and allow to cool completely.

Designing the Cake

  • In a bowl, whisk together milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Make sure it has a thick but runny texture.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled king cake, and then decorate with some purple, gold, and green sanding sugar.

Notes

  • I am against baking the cake with the plastic baby inside so if you want it, make a cut on the cake before designing it, and hide the cake inside. Cover the hole with the cake you removed, then glaze and decorate afterward.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 9gFat: 12gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 440mgPotassium: 143mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 384IUCalcium: 59mgIron: 1mg
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