Name: Easy Homemade King Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup chopped almonds; ¼ cup honey; ½ tsp salt; ¾ cup almond milk; 1 tbsp yeast; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2.5 cups whole wheat flour

This Easy Homemade King Cake features a soft, spiced cake with a wholesome twist. Perfect for a healthy breakfast, it’s a simple recipe that blends warm, sweet flavors into a nutritious, festive start to the day with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This easy homemade king cake is a nutritious, healthy breakfast idea that transforms a soft, spiced cake with a wholesome twist into a festive delight, perfect for a satisfying morning. Easy to prepare and packed with fiber, vitamins, and natural sweetness, it’s a guilt-free indulgence. Versatile—top with nuts or enjoy plain—this recipe offers a delicious and wholesome option.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Knead Well: Ensures a soft texture.
Use Room-Temp Ingredients: Helps dough rise smoothly.
Proof Properly: Allows for optimal rise.
Check Doneness: Should be golden and springy.
Cool Slightly: Eases slicing and serving.
Avoid Overmixing: Keeps cake tender.
Add Topping Last: Prevents sinking.
Adjust Sweetness: Taste and tweak honey to preference.
Rest Dough: Allows flavors to meld.
Use Parchment: Simplifies removal.

Yield: 10 servings

Easy Homemade King Cake

Soft spiced king cake, healthy breakfast treat.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes

Ingredients

¼ cup chopped almonds
¼ cup honey
½ tsp salt
¾ cup almond milk
1 tbsp yeast
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 tbsp olive oil
2.5 cups whole wheat flour

Instructions

Activate Yeast: Warm almond milk to 110°F, stir in yeast and a teaspoon of honey, and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk whole wheat flour, cinnamon, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs, remaining honey, olive oil, and vanilla extract, then add the yeast mixture.
Form Dough: Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients, kneading for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
Add Almonds: Fold in chopped almonds for a nutty crunch.
Let Dough Rise: Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled.
Shape the Cake: Punch down dough, shape into a ring, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and springy.
Cool the Cake: Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm and savor this soft, wholesome breakfast treat!

Notes

Knead well for texture; use room-temp ingredients for smoothness.
Proof properly for rise; avoid overmixing to keep tender.
Store leftovers promptly to maintain freshness; reheat gently to preserve taste.
This recipe can be adapted for vegan or gluten-free diets with appropriate swaps.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 194Total Fat 6gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 37mgSodium 148mgCarbohydrates 31gFiber 4gSugar 8gProtein 6g

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Ingredients Notes

Whole Wheat Flour (2.5 cups): For hearty texture.
Honey (¼ cup): For natural sweetness.
Eggs (2 large): For binding and moisture.
Almond Milk (¾ cup): Unsweetened for lightness.
Yeast (1 tbsp): Active dry, for rise.
Olive Oil (2 tbsp): For moisture.
Cinnamon (1 tsp): Ground for warm flavor.
Salt (½ tsp): Enhances flavor; adjust to taste.
Vanilla Extract (1 tsp): For aroma.
Chopped Almonds (¼ cup): Optional, for crunch.

Variations and Substitutions

Flour Swap: Use spelt flour for variety.
Sweetener Swap: Use maple syrup instead of honey.
Egg Swap: Use flax eggs for vegan option.
Milk Swap: Use oat milk or coconut milk.
Oil Swap: Use coconut oil or omit.
Spice Swap: Add nutmeg instead of cinnamon.
Vanilla Swap: Omit or use almond extract.
Nut Swap: Use walnuts or pecans.

Storage Options

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days; reheat lightly.
Freezer: Freeze in portions for up to 2 months; thaw in fridge.
Reheating: Warm in oven at 300°F for 10 minutes.