Dough 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
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup condensed milk (sweetened)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional – traditional Mardi Gras purple, green, and gold)
Required Kitchen Tools
When baking this Dong Phuong-style King Cake, having the right tools makes the process smooth and stress-free:
- Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer with Dough Hook – Perfect for kneading the dough to soft, elastic perfection.
- Large Mixing Bowls – For proofing the dough and mixing the filling.
- Rolling Pin – To roll the dough into rectangles before shaping.
- Baking Sheet – Lined with parchment paper for easy baking.
- Pastry Brush – For brushing egg wash on the dough.
- Wire Cooling Rack – To let the king cake cool before glazing.
With these essentials, you’ll be ready to bake like a pro and capture that authentic Dong Phuong flavour right at home.
