Looking to add a touch of regal elegance to your next gathering or simply satisfy your sweet tooth with a show-stopping treat? Look no further than our delightful Bavarian Cream Cheese King Cake recipe! This delightful dessert features the perfect combination of creamy Bavarian filling and tender, buttery dough, crowned with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to indulge in a delicious homemade dessert, this recipe is sure to impress. Let’s get baking!
**Bavarian Cream Cheese King Cake**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
– 1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
– 1/2 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup butter, softened
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 large egg, room temperature
– 3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
– 1/3 cup sugar
– 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
– Colored sugars in purple, green, and yellow
**Instructions:**
1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, butter, salt, egg, and 1-1/2 cups of flour. Add the yeast mixture and beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours.
3. In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour, and extracts until smooth. Punch down the dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a 16×10-inch rectangle. Spread the cream cheese mixture lengthwise over half of the rectangle to within 1 inch of edges. Fold the dough over the filling; pinch seams to seal.
4. Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Bring the ends together to form a ring. Pinch the ends together to seal. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake the king cake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Decorate with colored sugars. Drizzle with glaze if desired.
6. For the glaze, combine 1 cup confectioners’ sugar and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over the warm king cake.
Enjoy this scrumptious Bavarian Cream Cheese King Cake with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful dessert or treat any time of the day. Its rich, creamy filling and tender dough are sure to win over your family and guests alike. Whether you’re celebrating Mardi Gras or simply looking to indulge in a delicious sweet, this recipe is a definite crowd-pleaser. Let the warm, delightful flavors of this king cake bring a bit of sweetness to your day!
Now, go ahead and whip up this delicious dessert to impress your loved ones and bring a touch of royal flair to your table!
