19 Mardi Gras 2017 King Cake Recipe Cook Up Something Special!
Published on: Mar 1, 2024
Are you ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in style? No Mardi Gras celebration is complete without the iconic and delicious King Cake. This traditional dessert is a staple at Mardi Gras parties and parades, with its colorful sugar sprinkles and hidden surprise inside. While you can always buy a King Cake from a bakery, there's something special about making your own from scratch. In this article, we'll share with you a professional and well-organized recipe for a Mardi Gras 2017 King Cake that will impress your guests and have them coming back for seconds. So put on your apron and let's get baking!
Main Ingredients: Whole Milk, Granulated Sugar, Active Dry Yeast, All
The first recipe on our list is a classic Mardi Gras King Cake. This traditional recipe features a sweet dough filled with a cinnamon sugar mixture and topped with a colorful glaze. The colors of the glaze (purple, green, and gold) represent justice, faith, and power, respectively. This cake is perfect for a Mardi Gras celebration or any time you're craving something sweet and festive.
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Mardi Gras - King Cake Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Firmly Packed Brown Sugar, Chopped Pecans, Ground
If you're looking for a fun and unique twist on the traditional King Cake, these King Cake cupcakes are the way to go. These cupcakes are made with a cinnamon and sugar batter and topped with a cream cheese frosting and colorful sprinkles. They're perfect for serving at a Mardi Gras party or just for a fun treat any time of the year.
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Keto Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Eggs, Butter, Swerve, Vanilla, Cream Cheese, Baking
For those following a keto diet, this recipe is a must-try. It features a low-carb dough made with almond flour and topped with a sugar-free glaze. You won't have to miss out on the Mardi Gras festivities with this delicious and guilt-free King Cake recipe.
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King Cake for Mardi Gras
Main Ingredients: Yeast, Salt, Sugar, Warm Water, Melted Butter, Flour
This King Cake recipe is perfect for those who are short on time but still want to enjoy a delicious dessert. It's made with store-bought crescent rolls and filled with a cream cheese and cinnamon mixture. It's quick, easy, and still has all the traditional flavors of a classic King Cake.
This recipe is for those who want to stick to tradition and make a classic King Cake from scratch. It features a sweet dough filled with a mixture of cinnamon, sugar, and pecans. The cake is then topped with a simple glaze and colorful sprinkles. It's a labor of love, but the end result is worth it.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Bites
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Lemon Extract, Ground
If you're hosting a Mardi Gras party and want to serve bite-sized treats, these King Cake bites are the perfect option. They're made with a cinnamon and sugar dough and topped with a cream cheese frosting. They're easy to make and perfect for snacking on while enjoying the festivities.
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Easy King Cake for Mardi Gras
Main Ingredients: Dough, Brown Sugar, White Sugar, Canela, Softened
This recipe is another great option for those short on time. It's made with store-bought puff pastry and filled with a mixture of cinnamon, sugar, and cream cheese. The end result is a delicious and flaky King Cake that's perfect for any Mardi Gras celebration.
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Mardi Gras King Cake French Toast
Main Ingredients: Bread, Large Eggs, Large Egg Whites, Non Fat Milk
Who says King Cake can only be enjoyed as a dessert? This recipe turns the classic dessert into a delicious breakfast treat. It features slices of King Cake dipped in an egg and milk mixture and cooked until golden brown. Top it off with a drizzle of maple syrup, and you have a sweet and indulgent breakfast option.
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Soft & Fluffy Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Kosher Salt, Whole Milk, Honey
This King Cake recipe is all about the texture. The dough is made with buttermilk, which gives it a soft and fluffy texture. It's filled with a sweet and gooey mixture of cinnamon, sugar, and cream cheese. This cake is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it.
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King Cake Cocktail for Mardi Gras
Main Ingredients: Whipped Cream Vodka, Orange Liqueur, Godiva Chocolate
If you're looking for a festive drink to serve at your Mardi Gras party, this King Cake cocktail is the perfect choice. It's made with a combination of vodka, amaretto, and pineapple juice, and topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon. It's a fun and delicious way to celebrate the holiday.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Oreo Truffles
Main Ingredients: Oreos, Brown Sugar, Cream Cheese, White Almond Bark
Oreo truffles are a popular dessert, and this recipe adds a Mardi Gras twist to them. The filling is made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and cinnamon, and the truffles are dipped in colorful chocolate and topped with sprinkles. They're a fun and easy treat to make for any Mardi Gras celebration.
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Mardi Gras King Cake (Bread Machine)
Main Ingredients: Water, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Egg, Sour Cream
If you have a bread machine, this King Cake recipe will make your life a lot easier. The dough is made in the bread machine and then filled with a delicious mixture of cinnamon, sugar, and cream cheese. It's perfect for those who want to make a traditional King Cake without all the effort.
If you're short on time but still want to make a King Cake from scratch, this recipe is for you. It's made with a simple yeast dough and filled with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar. It's a quick and easy way to enjoy a homemade King Cake.
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Official Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Warm Water, Active Dry Yeast, Sugar, Flour, Nutmeg
This recipe comes straight from the New Orleans School of Cooking, so you know it's the real deal. It's a traditional King Cake made with a sweet dough and topped with a simple glaze and sprinkles. It's a classic recipe that is sure to please any Mardi Gras party guest.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Roll
Main Ingredients: Eggs, White Cake Mix, Water, Oil, Betty Crocker Gel
This King Cake recipe is a twist on the traditional cake. Instead of a round cake, it's made in the form of a roll. The dough is filled with a cream cheese and cinnamon mixture and rolled up before baking. It's a unique and delicious way to enjoy a King Cake.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Latte
Main Ingredients: Ground Espresso, Brown Sugar, Canela, Caramel, Milk
This recipe is for those who love coffee and Mardi Gras. It's a delicious latte made with espresso, milk, and a homemade King Cake syrup. The syrup is made with cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla, giving the latte a sweet and spicy flavor. It's the perfect drink to enjoy while celebrating Mardi Gras.
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Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Whole Milk, Granulated Sugar, Active Dry Yeast, All
Let's start with the classic recipe for Mardi Gras King Cake. This sweet and colorful cake is made with a rich brioche dough and filled with a decadent cream cheese filling. Topped with traditional purple, green, and gold sprinkles, this cake is a must-try for any Mardi Gras celebration.
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Mardi Gras - King Cake Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Firmly Packed Brown Sugar, Chopped Pecans, Ground
If you're looking for a smaller and more portable version of the traditional King Cake, these King Cake cupcakes are perfect for you. With the same delicious flavors as the original, these cupcakes are topped with a cream cheese frosting and festive Mardi Gras sprinkles.
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Keto Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Eggs, Butter, Swerve, Vanilla, Cream Cheese, Baking
Trying to stick to a low-carb lifestyle but still want to enjoy a King Cake for Mardi Gras? This keto-friendly version is made with almond flour and a sugar-free cream cheese filling. You won't even miss the carbs with this tasty and guilt-free treat.
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King Cake for Mardi Gras
Main Ingredients: Yeast, Salt, Sugar, Warm Water, Melted Butter, Flour
This simple and easy King Cake recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy a traditional cake without all the fuss. Made with refrigerated crescent roll dough and a cream cheese filling, this cake comes together in no time and is sure to be a hit at any Mardi Gras party.
If you're a purist and want to stick to the traditional recipe for Mardi Gras King Cake, this is the recipe for you. Made with a rich and buttery dough and a sweet almond filling, this cake is sure to transport you straight to New Orleans.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Bites
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Lemon Extract, Ground
For a bite-sized version of the classic King Cake, try these Mardi Gras King Cake Bites. Made with a sweet cinnamon dough and a cream cheese filling, these bites are perfect for snacking on during a Mardi Gras parade or party.
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Easy King Cake for Mardi Gras
Main Ingredients: Dough, Brown Sugar, White Sugar, Canela, Softened
If you're short on time but still want to make a homemade King Cake for Mardi Gras, this easy recipe is for you. Using store-bought puff pastry and a simple cream cheese filling, this cake comes together in under an hour.
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Mardi Gras King Cake French Toast
Main Ingredients: Bread, Large Eggs, Large Egg Whites, Non Fat Milk
Take your Mardi Gras breakfast to the next level with this delicious King Cake French Toast. Made with thick slices of King Cake and a sweet custard, this breakfast dish is a fun and festive way to start your day.
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Soft & Fluffy Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Kosher Salt, Whole Milk, Honey
If you prefer a softer and fluffier texture for your King Cake, this recipe is for you. Made with a secret ingredient (hint: it's sour cream), this cake is incredibly moist and delicious. Add some sprinkles on top to make it extra festive.
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King Cake Cocktail for Mardi Gras
Main Ingredients: Whipped Cream Vodka, Orange Liqueur, Godiva Chocolate
Why should the food get all the Mardi Gras fun? This King Cake Cocktail is the perfect way to toast to the occasion. Made with vanilla vodka, amaretto, and a splash of grenadine, this drink tastes just like a King Cake.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Oreo Truffles
Main Ingredients: Oreos, Brown Sugar, Cream Cheese, White Almond Bark
For a fun and unique twist on the traditional King Cake, try these Mardi Gras King Cake Oreo Truffles. Made with crushed Oreos and a cream cheese filling, these truffles are coated in colorful candy melts and topped with festive sprinkles.
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Mardi Gras King Cake (Bread Machine)
Main Ingredients: Water, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Egg, Sour Cream
If you have a bread machine at home, put it to use to make this delicious Mardi Gras King Cake. The dough is made in the bread machine and then filled with a sweet cream cheese filling. You'll have a homemade King Cake in no time.
If you're short on time but still want to make a classic King Cake, this quick and easy recipe is for you. Made with store-bought crescent roll dough and a simple cream cheese filling, this cake is ready in just 30 minutes.
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Official Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Warm Water, Active Dry Yeast, Sugar, Flour, Nutmeg
This recipe claims to be the "official" King Cake of Mardi Gras, and we can see why. Made with a rich and buttery dough and a sweet cream cheese filling, this cake is topped with a delicious glaze and festive sprinkles.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Roll
Main Ingredients: Eggs, White Cake Mix, Water, Oil, Betty Crocker Gel
If you're a fan of Swiss rolls, you'll love this Mardi Gras King Cake Roll. Made with a light and fluffy sponge cake and a cream cheese filling, this cake is rolled up and topped with colorful sprinkles for a fun and festive touch.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Latte
Main Ingredients: Ground Espresso, Brown Sugar, Canela, Caramel, Milk
For a fun and flavorful twist on your morning coffee, try this Mardi Gras King Cake Latte. Made with espresso, milk, and a homemade King Cake syrup, this latte is the perfect way to start your day during the Mardi Gras season.
Ingredients You'll Need
Dough:
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 packet active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling:
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
Icing:
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring (purple, green, and yellow)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups of flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, 1 packet of active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
2. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat 1/2 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of water until warm (around 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit).
3. Add the warm milk mixture, 1/4 cup of melted butter, 2 beaten eggs, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
4. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
1. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of flour, and 1/4 cup of softened butter until crumbly.
2. Stir in 1/4 cup of finely chopped pecans and 1/4 cup of golden raisins.
Step 3: Assemble the King Cake
1. Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface.
2. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
3. Starting at the long edge, roll the dough tightly to form a log.
4. Place the log on a greased baking sheet and shape it into a circle, connecting the ends and pinching them together.
5. Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Step 4: Bake and Decorate
1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Bake the King Cake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. Let the cake cool completely before decorating.
4. To make the icing, mix 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1/4 cup of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Divide the icing into three separate bowls and add a few drops of purple, green, and yellow food coloring to each bowl.
6. Drizzle the colored icing over the cooled King Cake in a zigzag pattern.
7. Serve and enjoy your homemade Mardi Gras 2017 King Cake!
With its warm spices, sweet filling, and colorful icing, this King Cake is sure to be a hit at your Mardi Gras celebration. So why not impress your guests and make your own King Cake this year? Happy Mardi Gras!
