King Cake is a centuries-old French pastry that is often associated with Mardi Gras. This year, make sure to celebrate the holiday with a delicious king cake. Here are some tips for making the perfect cake:

  1. Start by making the dough. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of butter until well combined. Use your hands to form the dough into a ball and place it on a floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan and set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 1 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, and 3/4 cup of milk until well combined. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it!
  4. To make the frosting, combine 2 cups of confectioners’ sugar with 4 tablespoons of butter or margarine until well combined (or use vegan butter). Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract if desired and spread frosting over cooled cake layer using an offset spatula or spoon (or use an electric mixer). Place second layer on top and frost again if desired (or just enjoy as is!). Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later use! ..

Best King Cake Recipe

This bright and colorful King Cake is traditionally served for Mardi Gras. It’s fun and festive, and is a must at any New Orleans party! Traditionally a small baby figurine is placed inside the cake, and whoever gets the piece with it in wins a prize! So fun! Light and airy and filled with brown sugar and cinnamon, this brightly decorated cake is sure to be a hit! If you need another festive treat, try these Mardi Gras Cupcakes!

How to Make King Cake for Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras

Combine the yeast with the sugar, salt, and warm water and let sit. Add the melted butter and flour to the yeast and stir together. Knead until smooth. Let rise. Mix the melted butter with the sugars and cinnamon. Punch the dough down and knead again. Roll into a long rectangle and cut into 3 strips. Place the filling over each strip and pinch together to seal. Braid the strips and form into a circle. Let rise. Brush with egg wash and bake. Let cool, ice, and decorate.

This king cake recipe is sure to delight everyone when you serve it! This traditional Mardi Gras cake is perfect for celebrating! If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!