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What is a Mardi Gras King Cake A brioche or sweet roll dough is braided, baked in a circle and decorated with icing and purple, green and gold sugars. Kind of like a crown-shaped cinnamon roll all dressed up for a party. My sister has lived in Louisiana for many years and she talks about all the fabulous King Cakes she’s had over the years.
To make an almond-filled King Cake: Crumble 1 cup (10 ounces) almond paste into a large bowl with 4 tablespoons softened butter and 1 teaspoon almond extract. Beat until the butter is incorporated. Add 1/2 cup Baker’s Special Sugar (superfine sugar) or granulated sugar, and 2 cups fresh soft white bread crumbs.
The King Cake is a New Orleans tradition that involves a pastry, a small plastic baby, and a party. The King Cake is baked with a small plastic baby hidden inside, the person who gets the slice with baby in it has to host the next party. Read the full recipe after the video. Scald milk, remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup of butter.
If you can’t get to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, this homemade King Cake is the next best thing. While it’s made in the traditional ring shape, this classic Mardi Gras King Cake recipe doesn’t need braiding or filling.
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