Buttermilk King Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1
Indulgent Buttermilk King Cake with Cream Cheese Filling
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

Sweet dough :
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup white sugar
1 ( .25 ounce ) package rapid rise yeast
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3 eggs at room temperature
6 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup Bulgarian-style buttermilk
1/4 cup all-purpose flour ( optional )
Cream cheese filling :
1 package cream cheese at room temperature
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Egg wash :
1 egg
1/4 cup water
Icing :
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
4 teaspoons corn syrup
4 teaspoons milk
1 teaspoon lemon juice , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
480
Sugar
30g
Fat
22g
The Buttermilk King Cake with Cream Cheese Filling is a popular dessert primarily associated with Mardi Gras and other Louisiana traditions. It's a sweet and delicious cake made with rich and fluffy sweet dough filled with a tangy cream cheese filling that's perfect for sharing with family and friends. The dough is similar to brioche dough, but with the added richness of buttermilk, which gives it a moist and tender texture. The filling is made with cream cheese, sugar, flour, lemon juice, vanilla, and nutmeg, creating a smooth and creamy texture with a slightly tangy and sweet flavor. The cake is often decorated with festive purple, green, and gold icing, making it a colorful and vibrant addition to any celebration.

Instructions

1.To make the sweet dough, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and buttermilk until well combined.
3.Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
4.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 6-8 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5.Place the dough in a clean, lightly greased bowl and cover. Allow it to rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
6.To make the cream cheese filling, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and beat until smooth and creamy.
7.Once the dough has risen, punch it down and form it into a large circle shape. Place the cream cheese filling in the center and fold the dough over to enclose the filling.
8.Pinch the edges of the dough together to seal the filling inside.
9.Form the dough into a ring shape and transfer to a large parchment-lined baking sheet.
10.Cover the dough ring with a clean towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
11.Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
12.In a small bowl, whisk together egg and water to make the egg wash.
13.Brush the egg wash over the dough ring and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
14.To make the icing, whisk together confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, milk, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Drizzle over the completely cooled cake.

PROS

This Buttermilk King Cake is a delicious and indulgent dessert perfect for special occasions and celebrations.

The cream cheese filling adds a rich and tangy flavor to the moist and fluffy sweet dough.

It can be made ahead of time and frozen for future use.

CONS

The Buttermilk King Cake is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy and balanced diet.

It requires some effort and time to make, so it’s not a quick and easy dessert option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Buttermilk King Cake with Cream Cheese Filling is not particularly healthy, but it can be a satisfying and enjoyable treat when consumed in moderation.
Eating dessert can improve mood and reduce stress levels.
Buttermilk is a good source of vitamins and minerals like calcium and potassium.

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