king cake recipe

Here’s a classic recipe for a delicious King Cake, perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras: Mardi Gras King Cake Ingredients: For the Dough: 1 cup milk 1/4 cup butter 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast 2/3 cup warm water (110°F/45°C) 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 6 cups all-purpose flour For the Filling: 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 2/3 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup melted butter For the Icing: