Twelfth Night Cake - Kings Cake- Epiphany Not Mardi

Name: Twelfth Night Cake - Kings Cake- Epiphany Not Mardi Gras
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups butter, softened; 16 ounces brown sugar; 8 large eggs; 3 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose, divided; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons mace, ground; 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground; 4 ounces almonds, slivered; 15 ounces raisins; 10 ounces currants; 1/2 cup citron, candied, chopped; 1/2 cup lemon peel, candied, chopped; 12 ounces apricot filling; White Buttercream Frosting; 2/3 cup water; 1/4 cup meringue powder; 48 ounces confectioners' sugar; 1 1/4 cups shortening; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring

Servings: persons

2 cups butter, softened
16 ounces brown sugar
8 large eggs
3 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose, divided
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons mace, ground
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
4 ounces almonds, slivered
15 ounces raisins
10 ounces currants
1/2 cup citron, candied, chopped
1/2 cup lemon peel, candied, chopped
12 ounces apricot filling
White Buttercream Frosting
2/3 cup water
1/4 cup meringue powder
48 ounces confectioners' sugar
1 1/4 cups shortening
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring

1
Beast butter at medium speed until creamy; gradually add brown sugar, beating well.
2
Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
3
Combine 3 cups of flour, baking soda, and mace.
4
Gradually add to the butter mixture. Mix at a low speed just until blended.
5
Combine remaining 1/4 flour slivered almonds, raisins, currants, citron, and lemon peel until coated evenly.
6
Stir mixture into batter.
7
Spoon batter into three greased and wax paper-lined 9-inch round cake pans. (Drop bean and pea at this time). Bake at 375 for 30-35 or until wooden pick comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes; remove from pans and cool completely.
8
Spread apricot filling between layers of cake. Spread White Buttercream Forsting on top and sides. Decorate as desired.
9
White Buttercream Frosting:
10
Combine water and meringue powder in a large bowl; beat at high speed until soft peaks form.
11
Add 4 cups of confectioners sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating at low speed after each addition. Add remianing sugar alternately with shortening, beating after each. Stir in flavorings.
12
Yields: 7 cups frosting for one 3-layer cake.

3384

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

539

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups butter, softened, 16 ounces brown sugar, 8 large eggs, 3 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose, divided, and more.

Yes, Twelfth Night Cake - Kings Cake- Epiphany Not Mardi Gras 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Twelfth Night Cake - Kings Cake- Epiphany Not Mardi Gras

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