King Cake with Frangipane

Recipe by Hervé Cuisine

A traditional king cake with frangipane, accented with tangy redcurrants and a hint of rum or Grand Marnier. The puff pastry is crisp, the creamy filling and golden pattern make this dessert the perfect start to the new year.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 7m
Prep
30m
Cook
12m
Cleanup
1h 49m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$13.40
Per serving:$1.68

Critical Success Points

  • Properly seal the edges with beaten egg to prevent filling leaks.
  • Rest in the freezer before cutting the patterns to obtain clean lines.
  • Bake at 180 °C for 30 minutes to achieve an even golden color.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Raw eggs may contain salmonella; bake the cake to an internal temperature of 80 °C.

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