Rosca De Reyes – Three Kings Cake

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3
Rosca De Reyes - a Sweet, Festive Bread for the Three Kings Day Celebration
in Bakery

Prep

50 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

16 ounces butter ( if using margarine , NOT tub or spread product ) or 16 ounces margarine ( if using margarine , NOT tub or spread product )
1 lb powdered sugar
6 eggs
4 cups cake flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans
2 cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground aniseed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 dried beans ( or plastic baby )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
420
Sugar
40g
Fat
26g
Rosca de Reyes is a traditional sweet bread that is usually served on January 6th, also known as the Three Kings Day or Epiphany Day. This holiday bread is shaped like a wreath or crown and has a hidden bean or small figurine inside. Whoever finds the bean or figurine in their slice is said to have good luck or be blessed. Rosca de Reyes is typically decorated with colorful candied fruit, representing the jeweled crowns of the Three Wise Men. This bread is perfect for sharing with friends and family, and it's a beloved tradition in many Latin American countries, as well as Spain and the Philippines.

Instructions

1.Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2.Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
3.Add flour and baking powder, stirring until everything is well combined to form a dough.
4.Stir in vanilla extract and nuts.
5.Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
6.Preheat your oven to 350°F; line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
7.Mix brown sugar with aniseed, then sprinkle the mixture lightly over the surface where the dough will go.
8.Shape the dough into a ring, tucking the bean (or baby figurine) into the dough randomly. Place the dough ring on the prepared baking sheet and let it rise for about 30 minutes.
9.Bake the Rosca de Reyes until it is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. You'll want to keep an eye on it because you don't want it under or overcooked.
10.Let it cool to room temperature, then decorate with candied fruit as desired.

PROS

Rosca de Reyes is a delicious and festive addition to any Three Kings Day celebration or any special occasion.

It’s a fun and tasty way to celebrate the holiday with family and friends.

CONS

This sweet bread is high in calories and sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet rather than making it a daily indulgence.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Rosca de Reyes is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Aniseed may have anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also said to aid digestion, soothe menstrual pain and cramps, and reduce inflammation.

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