KING CAKE
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes one cake
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine evaporated milk, butter, and 1/3 cup granulated sugar over medium heat until incorporated; remove from heat. Let cool slightly, and stir in vanilla; set aside.
- Stir 1 tablespoon granulated sugar into warm water. Add yeast, and set aside until mixture begins to bubble, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, butter a large bowl; set aside.
- Combine flour and salt in a medium bowl; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix together eggs and milk mixture on medium speed; add yeast mixture. Mix until combined. Gradually add flour, beating until fully incorporated.
- Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface; knead until smooth. Place in prepared bowl, turning several times to coat. Let rise, covered with wax paper and a clean damp towel, in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Once dough has doubled, punch down with your fist, and knead a few times in the bowl. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface; and divide evenly into six pieces. Roll each piece into a log, about 24 inches long. Braid 3 logs together; shape each braid into an oval, pressing the ends together to seal. Transfer to two buttered baking sheets; cover with wax paper, and let sit in a warm place until dough has doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Once dough has doubled in size, discard wax paper, and bake until just golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, stir together confectioners' sugar with remaining 1/4 cup milk to form a smooth, thick glaze. Add more sugar or milk, if necessary, for desired consistency. Working quickly, coat cakes with glaze, and sprinkle with sanding sugar. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Hudu Aedzea
[email protected]The filling in this King Cake was a little runny, but the cake itself was delicious.
Md Sahin Sarker
[email protected]This King Cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.
Stuart Augie
[email protected]I've made this King Cake recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any Mardi Gras celebration.
peer Muhammad
[email protected]This King Cake recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a delicious and festive dessert.
Aya Farroukh
[email protected]I made a few substitutions to this recipe (I used almond milk instead of regular milk and I added some chopped nuts to the filling) and it turned out great!
Zia Bhatti
[email protected]This King Cake was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The cake was so delicious and it was a hit at my party.
Ra
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this King Cake recipe was easy enough for me to make. And it turned out delicious!
Md suruj Mia
[email protected]This King Cake recipe is easy to follow and the cake turns out perfect every time.
nafis hossen
[email protected]I made this King Cake for a Mardi Gras party and it was a huge hit. The cake was beautiful and delicious.
Maxamad Aamiin
[email protected]This King Cake was a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loved it!
Khesi Sepeng
[email protected]Best King Cake I've ever had!
Mp,ner Xkhhk
[email protected]Delicious!
Dany Banty
[email protected]This King Cake recipe is a keeper! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the colored sugar on top.
Mohamedsadham Sadham
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about making my own King Cake, but this recipe proved me wrong. The cake was easy to make and it tasted amazing. I'm so glad I gave it a try.
MD Apon MD Apon
[email protected]This was my first time making King Cake and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the cake was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Hg Hg
[email protected]I've made this King Cake recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh.
Fahad Ali
[email protected]This King Cake recipe was a hit at my Mardi Gras party! The dough was easy to work with and the filling was delicious. I added a little extra cinnamon and nutmeg to the filling for a more flavorful taste.