Celebrate Mardi Gras with this festive King Cake recipe

Get ready to indulge in a traditional Mardi Gras treat with this King Cake recipe. This sweet and cinnamon-flavored cake is adorned with vibrant purple, green, and gold sugar toppings, making it a perfect centerpiece for your Mardi Gras celebration. Enjoy a slice of this delectable cake with friends and family while embracing the festive spirit of Mardi Gras.

Ingredients

• 1 package of active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• Purple, green, and gold sugar for decoration

Directions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sugar, milk, and butter. Mix well.
3. Add the yeast mixture and eggs to the bowl and mix thoroughly.
4. Gradually add flour, salt, and cinnamon to the mixture, kneading until a soft dough forms.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle.
7. Brush melted butter over the dough and sprinkle with 1/2 cup of sugar.
8. Roll up the dough tightly and form into a circle, sealing the edges together.
9. Place on a baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
11. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze.
12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with colored sugars.
13. Enjoy your homemade Mardi Gras King Cake!

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