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The Most Magical Mardi Gras King Cake Recipe You Need Now: Indulge at Home

The Most Magical Mardi Gras King Cake Recipe You Need Now
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Experience the tradition of Mardi Gras at home with this delightful King Cake recipe, perfect for celebrating or satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 king cake baby (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  3. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Add the yeast mixture, eggs, butter, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  6. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  7. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, and spread with additional butter, sugar, and cinnamon.
  8. Roll the dough tightly and shape it into a ring.
  9. Place on a baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Cool completely before icing.

Notes

  • Add colorful sprinkles on top of the icing for a festive look.
  • Consider hiding a small plastic baby in the cake for tradition.

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Keywords: Mardi Gras, King Cake, dessert, festive recipe, celebration

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