Three Kings Cake 🎄

Three Kings Cake 🎄

Three Kings Cake 🎄

The Three Kings Cake is a festive and aromatic dessert, perfect for celebrating the Epiphany. Its candied fruits and orange blossom scent make it a classic holiday treat!

Ingredients

  • 500 g strong bread flour 🌾
  • 100 g sugar 🍬
  • 100 ml lukewarm milk 🥛
  • 25 g fresh yeast 🍞
  • 2 eggs 🥚🥚
  • 60 ml orange blossom water 🍊
  • Zest of one orange and lemon 🍋
  • 100 g butter at room temperature 🧈
  • Candied fruits for decoration 🍒

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough

    • Dissolve the yeast in lukewarm milk.
    • Mix the flour, sugar, and zests. Add milk, eggs, and orange blossom water.
    • Knead for 10 minutes and gradually add butter.

  2. Let the Dough Rise

    • Let the dough rest in a warm place for 2 hours.
    • Shape the dough into a ring and let it rise for 1 more hour.

  3. Bake and Decorate

    • Brush with beaten egg and top with candied fruits.
    • Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes or until golden.
    • Cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy this traditional Three Kings Cake with your loved ones and celebrate the holiday season in style!

Tips

  • For a shiny finish, brush the cake with a simple syrup after baking.
  • You can customize the toppings with your favorite dried fruits and nuts.
  • Serve the cake with a cup of hot chocolate or a glass of sweet wine for a delightful treat.
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