King Cake Recipe By Emeril Lagasse

June 19, 2023 Post a Comment

Are you in the mood for a delicious and unique treat that is sure to please? Look no further than Emeril Lagasse’s King Cake recipe. This traditional Mardi Gras dessert is made up of soft, sweet dough, topped with a sugary glaze and a variety of tasty fillings. The result is a cake that is both visually stunning and downright delicious.

Ingredients

1 package of active dry yeast
½ cup of warm water (105-115°F)
1 teaspoon of sugar
2 tablespoons of shortening, melted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon of salt
3 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
½ cup of sugar
2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon
1 cup of raisins
1 cup of chopped pecans
1 cup of melted butter
1 cup of confectioners’ sugar
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons of warm water
Purple, green, and gold sugar

Instructions

To start, in a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar in the warm water. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes, or until it is foamy. In a separate bowl, combine the shortening, eggs, salt, and ½ cup of sugar. Add the yeast mixture to the bowl, and mix until everything is combined. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together.

Once the dough is mixed, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until it is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a large, greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for one hour, or until it has doubled in size. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.

Roll the dough out into a large rectangle. Combine the cinnamon and remaining sugar in a bowl, then sprinkle the mixture over the dough. Next, sprinkle the raisins, pecans, and melted butter over the dough. Roll the dough up tightly, then shape into a ring. Place the ring on a greased baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for an additional hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Once the dough has risen, bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the king cake is golden brown. Allow the cake to cool before frosting. To make the frosting, combine the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and warm water in a bowl. Mix until the frosting is smooth, then spread over the cooled king cake. Sprinkle the purple, green, and gold sugar over the top of the cake, and serve.

Nutrition

This recipe yields 16 servings. Each serving contains about 521 calories, 27 grams of fat, 66 grams of carbohydrates, 6 grams of fiber, and 6 grams of protein.

King cake is an indulgent treat that is often enjoyed during Mardi Gras festivities. This recipe by Emeril Lagasse is sure to be a hit at your next party. The sweet dough is filled with raisins, pecans, and cinnamon sugar, and topped with a delicious vanilla frosting. Enjoy this decadent dessert with friends and family. Bon appetit!