Dreikönigskuchen – 3 Kings’ Cake – Epiphany Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Dreikönigskuchen - An Epiphany Cake recipe
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Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 g white flour
75 g sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lemon , zest of
100 g butter
1/2 pint milk
30 g yeast
5 tablespoons warm water
2 eggs
200 g sultanas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
400
Sugar
16g
Fat
10g
Dreikönigskuchen, or 3 Kings' Cake, is a rich and sweet cake typically enjoyed on Epiphany day in Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. The cake is made with a sweet bread-like dough that is mixed with butter, sugar, and sultanas. The cake is then traditionally baked with a small trinket or coin inside, and the person who finds the trinket or coin is considered lucky and is believed to have good fortune in the coming year. The cake is usually served in slices with tea or coffee, and it is a perfect dish to share with friends and family during the festive season.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, sift 750g of white flour, 75g of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add in the lemon zest.
2.In a small milk pan, heat 100g of butter and 1/2 pint of milk until the butter is melted and the mixture is lukewarm.
3.In another bowl, mix 30g of yeast, 5 tablespoons of warm water and 1 tablespoon of sugar until the yeast dissolves. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbles form.
4.Add the milk mixture, yeast mixture and two eggs to the flour mixture and mix until everything is combined. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes on a floured surface until the dough is smooth and elastic.
5.Place the dough in a bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Set it aside to rise for 1-2 hours or until the dough is doubled in size.
6.Gently stir in 200g of sultanas and knead the dough for a few more minutes.
7.Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a circle cake pan with butter and sprinkle flour on it.
8.Roll the dough into a ball and place it in the pan. Make sure the dough is even and extends to the sides.
9.Make a small hole in the center of the cake and place a small trinket or coin inside the dough. Cover it with more dough.
10.Brush the top of the cake with a beaten egg and bake it in the oven for about 50 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Dreikönigskuchen is a unique cake enjoyed on Epiphany day that has a festive and delicious taste.

The cake is easy to make and perfect to share with friends and family.

CONS

This cake does contain sugar and butter, making it high in calories and fat.

Consuming it in moderation is recommended.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The sultanas in this recipe contain fiber, potassium and vitamins which are beneficial for digestion and overall health.
However, it is important to consume this cake in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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