Belongs to JenniferGM King Cake 

A traditional cake for the feast of the Epiphany. This one is New Orleans coffeecake style. A great breakfast bread, also. Use also for Mardi Gras celebrations.

This makes two 9×12 bread rings. Allow plenty of time to roll out, as the dough is very stretchy. The rolling and braiding is a little tricky and time consuming, but it is so delicious and festive, and makes a beautiful presentation. I’ve made this 3 years in a row for our family Epiphany celebration.

ready in about two hours and 20 minutes; serves 15
You might need to buy:
  • salt
  • dry yeast
  • warm water
  • eggs
  • FILLING:
  • chopped pecans
  • granulated sugar
  • cinnamon
  • TOPPING
  • sugar
  • evaporated milk
  • unsalted butter
  • CAKE: