Chocolate Filled King Cake Recipe
It's time to get your bake on! If you’re looking for a delicious twist on the traditional King Cake, this Chocolate Filled King Cake recipe is just the one for you. Perfect for any celebration or gathering, everyone will love this unique and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the filling:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
For the glaze:
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Start by preheating the oven to 375°F. Grease a large baking sheet and set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the sour cream, and mixing until just combined.
Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface to form a large rectangle, about 12 inches by 18 inches. Spread the chocolate filling over the dough. Starting at one of the long edges, roll the dough up into a cylinder. Place the cylinder onto the prepared baking sheet and shape into a ring. Use a sharp knife to cut slits along the edge of the ring, about 1-inch apart. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely before glazing.
To make the filling, place the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Let cool for 15 minutes before spreading over the dough.
To make the glaze, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Pour the glaze over the cooled cake and let set for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
This Chocolate Filled King Cake recipe yields 16 servings. Each serving contains approximately 519 calories, 24 grams of fat, 66 grams of carbohydrates, and 6 grams of protein.
This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a unique twist on the traditional King Cake. Perfect for any celebration or gathering, the chocolate filling and glaze make this a truly indulgent treat. Give this recipe a try today and you won’t be disappointed!
Tips
For best results, use high-quality chocolate for the filling. Semi-sweet or dark chocolate are both great options. Also, if you don't have a stand mixer you can use a hand-held mixer or mix the ingredients by hand.
Make sure to let the cake cool completely before glazing. Otherwise, the glaze will melt and won't have the desired look. If you want to add some color to the cake, you can sprinkle colored sugar or sprinkles over the glaze once it has set.
For an added touch, you can fill the center of the cake with cinnamon-sugar or cream cheese filling. You can also add a thin layer of cream cheese frosting over the glaze for a sweet, tangy flavor.
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