17+ Mardi Gras King Cake Recipe Easy Get Ready To Indulge!
Published on: Mar 1, 2024
If you've ever been to a Mardi Gras celebration, you know that a king cake is a must-have treat during this festive time of year. This traditional dessert is not only delicious, but it also holds a special significance in the celebrations. The cake is decorated with the colors of Mardi Gras – green, purple, and gold – and contains a hidden surprise, usually a small plastic baby figurine. Whoever finds the baby in their slice of cake is declared the king or queen for the day. While king cakes may seem intimidating to make, we have an easy recipe that will have you baking like a pro in no time. Follow these simple steps to create your very own Mardi Gras king cake.
Main Ingredients: Whole Milk, Granulated Sugar, Active Dry Yeast, All
If you're looking for a fun and festive dessert to celebrate Mardi Gras, look no further than the Mardi Gras King Cake. This traditional cake is a staple of the holiday, with a rich history and delicious flavor that will have you coming back for seconds (and maybe even thirds!). But why settle for a basic King Cake when you can try one of these top 17 Beer Can Chicken recipes? From classic to creative, these recipes are sure to impress your friends and family at your next Mardi Gras celebration.
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Mardi Gras - King Cake Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Firmly Packed Brown Sugar, Chopped Pecans, Ground
For a twist on the classic King Cake, try making these adorable and portable Mardi Gras King Cake Cupcakes. These mini cakes are made with a cinnamon-spiced cupcake base and topped with a creamy frosting and colorful sugar crystals. Plus, they're perfect for sharing with a crowd or enjoying on your own.
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Keto Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Eggs, Butter, Swerve, Vanilla, Cream Cheese, Baking
If you're following a Keto diet, you don't have to miss out on the Mardi Gras fun. This Keto Mardi Gras King Cake is made with almond flour and topped with a sugar-free glaze, making it a guilt-free indulgence. And with only 4 net carbs per serving, you can enjoy this cake without breaking your diet.
Of course, you can't go wrong with a classic Traditional Mardi Gras King Cake. This recipe uses a buttery brioche dough and is filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture. Topped with a colorful glaze and sprinkled with festive Mardi Gras colors, this cake is a must-have for any celebration.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Bites
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Lemon Extract, Ground
If you're looking for a bite-sized version of the traditional King Cake, these Mardi Gras King Cake Bites are the perfect solution. These mini cakes are made with a homemade dough and filled with a cream cheese and cinnamon filling. They're then baked until golden brown and topped with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles.
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Mardi Gras King Cake French Toast
Main Ingredients: Bread, Large Eggs, Large Egg Whites, Non Fat Milk
Who says you can only enjoy King Cake as a dessert? This Mardi Gras King Cake French Toast is a delicious and unique way to start your day on Fat Tuesday. Made with slices of King Cake, eggs, and milk, this French toast is a decadent and indulgent breakfast option.
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Soft & Fluffy Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Kosher Salt, Whole Milk, Honey
If you prefer your King Cake on the softer side, this Soft & Fluffy Mardi Gras King Cake recipe is for you. This cake is made with a yeast dough and filled with a rich cream cheese and cinnamon filling. Topped with a delicious glaze and colorful sprinkles, this cake is sure to be a hit.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Oreo Truffles
Main Ingredients: Oreos, Brown Sugar, Cream Cheese, White Almond Bark
For a unique and delicious twist on King Cake, try making these Mardi Gras King Cake Oreo Truffles. These bite-sized treats are made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and a hint of cinnamon. They're then dipped in white chocolate and topped with festive Mardi Gras 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, this Mardi Gras King Cake recipe is a must-try. This easy and convenient recipe uses the bread machine to make the dough, making the process a breeze. Once the dough is ready, it's filled with a sweet cinnamon and sugar filling and baked to perfection.
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Pull-Apart Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Active Dry Yeast, Warm Water, Sugar, All Purpose Flour
This Pull-Apart Mardi Gras King Cake is not only delicious but also a lot of fun to make. Made with refrigerated biscuit dough, this cake is filled with a cream cheese and cinnamon filling. As it bakes, the biscuits puff up and create a pull-apart texture that is irresistible.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Crescent Rolls
Main Ingredients: Crescent Rolls, Cinnamon Sugar, Cream Cheese, Powdered
If you're looking for a quick and easy King Cake recipe, these Mardi Gras King Cake Crescent Rolls are the perfect solution. Made with refrigerated crescent roll dough, these rolls are filled with a sweet cream cheese and cinnamon filling. They're then baked to golden perfection and topped with a colorful glaze.
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Cinnamon & Sugar Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Active Dry Yeast, Sugar, Water, Milk, Butter, Flour
If you're a fan of cinnamon sugar, you'll love this Cinnamon & Sugar Mardi Gras King Cake. This recipe uses a rich brioche dough and is filled with a generous amount of cinnamon sugar. Topped with a sweet glaze and more cinnamon sugar, this cake is a true indulgence.
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Mardi Gras King Cake with Strawberries and Cream
Main Ingredients: Active Dry Yeast, All Purpose Flour, Granulated Sugar
For a fresh and fruity twist on the classic King Cake, try this Mardi Gras King Cake with Strawberries and Cream. This cake is filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese and fresh strawberries, giving it a delicious and vibrant flavor. Top it off with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles, and you have a perfect Mardi Gras dessert.
If you're short on time but still want to enjoy a delicious King Cake, this Quick Mardi Gras King Cake recipe is for you. Made with store-bought crescent roll dough, this cake comes together in no time. The filling is a simple mixture of cream cheese, cinnamon, and sugar, making it a quick and easy dessert option.
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Official Mardi Gras King Cake
Main Ingredients: Warm Water, Active Dry Yeast, Sugar, Flour, Nutmeg
For a traditional and authentic Mardi Gras King Cake, try this Official Mardi Gras King Cake recipe. This recipe uses a rich brioche dough and is filled with a sweet cream cheese filling. Topped with a colorful glaze and sprinkled with festive Mardi Gras colors, this cake is perfect for any celebration.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Roll
Main Ingredients: Eggs, White Cake Mix, Water, Oil, Betty Crocker Gel
If you're looking for a unique and impressive dessert, this Mardi Gras King Cake Roll is the way to go. This cake is made with a light and fluffy sponge cake and filled with a delicious cream cheese and cinnamon filling. It's then rolled up and topped with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles.
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Mardi Gras King Cake Latte
Main Ingredients: Ground Espresso, Brown Sugar, Canela, Caramel, Milk
For a fun and festive drink to enjoy with your King Cake, try this Mardi Gras King Cake Latte. This latte is flavored with a homemade King Cake syrup, giving it a rich and indulgent flavor. Served hot or iced, this latte is a delicious way to celebrate Mardi Gras.
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon mace
Filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Icing:
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Green, purple, and gold sugar crystals for decorating
Instructions
1. Make the dough
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter until the butter is melted. Let it cool until it reaches room temperature. In a large bowl, combine the yeast, white sugar, and eggs. Add in the cooled milk mixture and mix well. Gradually add in the flour, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and mace. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour.
2. Prepare the filling
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, chopped pecans, melted butter, and cinnamon.
3. Assemble the cake
After the dough has risen, roll it out into a large rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll up the dough, starting from the longer side, and seal the edges. Place the rolled dough on a greased baking sheet, seam side down, and form it into a ring. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
4. Bake and decorate
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the king cake for 25-30 minutes until it turns golden brown. Let it cool completely. In a small bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create the icing. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake and sprinkle with green, purple, and gold sugar crystals.
5. Find the king or queen
Before serving, insert a small plastic baby figurine into the cake through the bottom. The person who finds the baby in their slice of cake is declared the king or queen for the day!
Now that you have mastered this easy king cake recipe, you can bring a taste of Mardi Gras to your home any time of the year. Enjoy this sweet and festive treat with your loved ones and continue the tradition of celebrating Mardi Gras in style. Happy baking!
<h2>Ingredients</h2>
<h3>Dough:</h3>
<ul>
<li>1 cup milk</li>
<li>1/4 cup butter</li>
<li>2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast</li>
<li>1/2 cup white sugar</li>
<li>2 eggs</li>
<li>2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour</li>
<li>1 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon nutmeg</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon cinnamon</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon mace</li>
</ul>
<h3>Filling:</h3>
<ul>
<li>1/2 cup brown sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup chopped pecans</li>
<li>1/4 cup melted butter</li>
<li>1 teaspoon cinnamon</li>
</ul>
<h3>Icing:</h3>
<ul>
<li>1 cup confectioners' sugar</li>
<li>1 tablespoon milk</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract</li>
<li>Green, purple, and gold sugar crystals for decorating</li>
</ul>
<h2>Instructions</h2>
<ol>
<li>Make the dough</li>
<li>Prepare the filling</li>
<li>Assemble the cake</li>
<li>Bake and decorate</li>
<li>Find the king or queen</li>
</ol>
