Description
Mardi Gras King Cake with Cinnamon Filling is a festive delight that brings joy to any celebration. With its soft and fluffy texture, this traditional cake features a rich cinnamon filling swirled throughout, complemented by a sweet glaze and vibrant decorations of purple, green, and gold sugars. Perfect for Mardi Gras festivities, this easy-to-make treat not only pleases the palate but also serves as a stunning centerpiece on your dessert table. Gather your friends and family around to enjoy every delicious slice, making unforgettable memories filled with laughter and cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup sugar (divided)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, remaining sugar, salt, and softened butter; mix until dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for one hour.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter over it, then sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Roll the dough into an oval shape and pinch seams closed. Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing.
- Mix powdered sugar with vanilla extract to create a glaze; drizzle over cooled cake.
Notes
- Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding cream cheese or fruit preserves.
- Decorate with colorful sugars or edible glitter for extra festivity.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg