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Super Easy King Cake Recipe

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A super easy King Cake recipe made from crescent rolls in 30 minutes or less! King cake recipe
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Description

King cake is a traditional Mardi Gras dessert that originated in New Orleans. It's a sweet pastry with a cinnamon filling, topped with icing and colored sugar. The cake is decorated in the traditional Mardi Gras colors of purple, green, and gold. This super easy king cake recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy the taste of Mardi Gras without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1/4 cup of brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup of melted butter
  • 1 cup of powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of milk
  • Purple, green, and gold colored sugar

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowl
  • Spoon

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and lay it flat on the parchment paper.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
  5. Brush the melted butter over the crescent roll dough.
  6. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture over the buttered dough.
  7. Roll up the dough, starting from the long side.
  8. Form the roll into a circle and pinch the ends together to seal.
  9. Bake the king cake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. While the king cake is baking, mix together the powdered sugar and milk to make the icing.
  11. Once the king cake is done, let it cool for a few minutes before drizzling the icing over the top.
  12. Sprinkle the colored sugar over the icing in alternating sections of purple, green, and gold.
  13. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe makes one king cake that serves 8-10 people.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 170
  • Total Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 18g
  • Protein: 1g

Recipes FAQ

What is a king cake?

A king cake is a traditional Mardi Gras dessert that originated in New Orleans. It's a sweet pastry with a cinnamon filling, topped with icing and colored sugar.

What are the traditional Mardi Gras colors?

The traditional Mardi Gras colors are purple, green, and gold.

How do I store a king cake?

You can store a king cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Recipe Tips

  • You can use any brand of refrigerated crescent roll dough for this recipe.
  • Make sure to seal the ends of the roll together well to prevent the filling from leaking out.
  • You can adjust the amount of colored sugar to your liking.

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