King Cake

Health score
4%
King Cake
45 min.
20
316kcal

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Indulge in the delightful tradition of King Cake, a festive dessert that brings joy and celebration to any gathering! Originating from the vibrant festivities of Mardi Gras, this cake is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. With its rich history and colorful presentation, King Cake is a must-have for those looking to add a touch of excitement to their dessert table.

This recipe yields a generous 20 servings, making it perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests. Each slice is a harmonious blend of soft, sweet dough infused with warm cinnamon and buttery goodness, topped with a dazzling array of colored sugars that evoke the spirit of celebration.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a cake that not only tastes divine but also embodies the essence of festivity. The process is simple yet rewarding, allowing you to knead, roll, and shape the dough into a beautiful oval ring. And for an added surprise, you can hide a small plastic baby doll inside the cake, a fun tradition that adds an element of surprise to each slice!

Whether you're hosting a Mardi Gras party or simply want to treat yourself and your loved ones, this King Cake recipe is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 ounce active yeast dry
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • 20 servings colored sugars 
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose divided
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 16 ounce cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 0.5 cup warm water (100° to 110°)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Cook first 4 ingredients in a saucepan over low heat, stirring often, until butter melts. Cool mixture to 100 to 11
  2. Dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in 1/2 cup warm water in a large bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
  3. Add butter mixture, eggs, and 2 cups flour; beat at medium speed with an electric mixer 2 minutes or until smooth. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
  4. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
  5. Place in a well-greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
  6. Stir together 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  7. Punch dough down; divide in half. Turn 1 portion out onto a lightly floured surface; roll to a 28- x 10-inch rectangle.
  8. Spread half each of cinnamon mixture and softened butter on dough.
  9. Roll dough, jellyroll fashion, starting at long side.
  10. Place dough roll, seam side down, on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bring ends together to form an oval ring, moistening and pinching edges together to seal. Repeat with remaining dough, cinnamon mixture, and butter.
  11. Cover and let rise in a warm place, free from drafts, 20 minutes or until doubled in bulk.
  12. Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or until golden. Decorate with bands of Colored Frostings, and sprinkle with Colored Sugars.
  13. Note: Once the cake has cooled, randomly insert a plastic baby doll, if desired, before frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories316kcal
Protein6.84%
Fat31.82%
Carbs61.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.51
Glycemic Load
26.94
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.4439129660959%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:315.53kcal
15.78%
Fat:11.18g
17.2%
Saturated Fat:4.1g
25.62%
Carbohydrates:48.47g
16.16%
Net Carbohydrates:47.19g
17.16%
Sugar:18.91g
21.01%
Cholesterol:31.98mg
10.66%
Sodium:194.35mg
8.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.41g
10.82%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.3%
Folate:89µg
22.25%
Selenium:15.2µg
21.72%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.4%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.44%
Vitamin B3:2.53mg
12.64%
Iron:1.88mg
10.43%
Vitamin A:405.56IU
8.11%
Phosphorus:73.77mg
7.38%
Fiber:1.28g
5.13%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.19%
Calcium:35.37mg
3.54%
Copper:0.07mg
3.35%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.08%
Magnesium:11.85mg
2.96%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.47%
Potassium:85.77mg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.29%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.65%
Source:My Recipes