Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with this Easy King Cake, a delightful twist on the traditional dessert that’s perfect for Mardi Gras celebrations or family gatherings. Using store-bought cinnamon rolls, this recipe offers a quick 20-minute preparation time while delivering a deliciously sweet experience topped with creamy vanilla icing and vibrant sanding sugars. Ideal for bakers of all levels, this simple yet impressive cake ensures you can enjoy the flavors of New Orleans without the fuss. Whether you’re hosting a party or treating your family, this Easy King Cake is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

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26 oz. cans of cinnamon rolls (plus included icing)
1/4 cup salted butter (melted)
1/2 cup light brown sugar
Green, yellow, and purple sanding sugar

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Drizzle about one-third of the melted butter into the pan and sprinkle with one-third of the brown sugar.
Smash each cinnamon roll slightly and arrange half around the bundt pan.
Drizzle with half of the remaining butter and sprinkle with half of the remaining brown sugar.
Repeat layering with the remaining cinnamon rolls, finishing with butter and brown sugar.
Bake for about 30 minutes until golden and puffy; cool for 5 minutes and invert onto a plate.
Heat icing briefly in the microwave, pour over cake, and decorate with sanding sugars.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg