Dong Phuong King Cake Recipe
Looking for a yummy adventure? Try this Dong Phuong King Cake Recipe! It's a special tradition full of flavors. This cake is like a party on a plate.
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup Warm milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Roasted peanuts (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup Condensed milk (sweetened)
- 1/4 cup Sesame seeds
For the filling:
- 1 cup Coconut (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For the glaze:
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Mix warm milk and sugar in a bowl.
- Sprinkle yeast over milk. Wait 5 mins for froth.
- Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Stir well.
- Gradually add flour, one cup each time, mixing well.
- Knead dough for 5-7 mins until smooth and elastic.
- Put dough in a greased bowl, cover, let rise for 1 hour.
Prepare the Filling:
- Combine coconut, sugar, water, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan.
- Cook on medium heat till thick. Cool down.
Shape and Fill:
- Divide dough in two. Roll each into a rectangle.
- Spread condensed milk, then coconut filling on rectangles.
- Roll tightly, pinch ends. Place logs in a circle on a baking sheet.
- Rise for 30-45 mins. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush dough with beaten egg, sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Bake for 25-30 mins until golden.
For The Glaze:
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for glaze.
- Add food colouring if desired. Drizzle over cooled cake.
For The Serving:
- Transfer cake to platter.
- Dust with powdered sugar.
- Slice the cake into servings.
- Place on plates or trays.
- Arrange toppings nearby.
- Invite guests to enjoy with accompaniments.
Notes
- Take your time with the dough. It's the most important part.
- Put lots of fillings. People will love the surprises!
- Share it with love. It's not only cake but also a memory.