King Cake Recipe – Eats Now

Name: King Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. butter or margarine; 1 (16 oz.) carton sour cream; 1/3 c. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 2 pkg. dry yeast; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1/2 c. warm water (105~ to 115~); 2 eggs; 6 to 6 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, divided; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/3 c. butter or margarine, softened; Colored Frostings; Colored Sugars

Servings: persons

1/4 c. butter or margarine
1 (16 oz.) carton sour cream
1/3 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 pkg. dry yeast
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. warm water (105~ to 115~)
2 eggs
6 to 6 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/3 c. butter or margarine, softened
Colored Frostings
Colored Sugars

1
Combine first 4 ingredients in a saucepan.
2
Heat until butter melts, stirring occasionally.
3
Cool to 105u00b0 to 115u00b0.
4
Dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in warm water in a large bowl.
5
Let stand 5 minutes. Add butter mixture, eggs and 2 cups flour. Beat at medium speed of an electric mixer 2 minutes or until smooth. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).
6
Place in a well-greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85u00b0), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.

1129

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. butter or margarine, 1 (16 oz.) carton sour cream, 1/3 c. sugar, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, King Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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