If you think New Orleans invented the King Cake, you’re in for a surprise. Long before colorful King Cakes became the symbol of Mardi Gras in Louisiana, families across Europe were celebrating Epiphany with their own special cakes. While every country developed its own recipes, flavors, and customs, they all share the same roots—celebrating the…
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New Orleans King Cake Bread Pudding
Transform Leftover King Cake into a Mardi Gras Dessert Transform leftover King Cake into a rich New Orleans-style bread pudding with creamy custard, warm spices, and the sweet King Cake icing baked right into every bite. Two- or three-day-old King Cake actually makes the best bread pudding because it absorbs the custard beautifully while still…
King Cake French Toast
Makes enough for about 4 generous slices of King Cake. 4 large eggs 1 cup whole milk ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, but highly recommended) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ⅛ teaspoon salt For Cooking 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons olive oil or…
Storage & Freezing Tips
Planning to Enjoy Your King Cake Later? If you won’t be serving your King Cake within the next few days, the best place for it is the freezer. Simply place the entire inner King Cake box in your freezer. There’s no need to keep the outer shipping box. When you’re ready to enjoy it, remove…
Why Does Mardi Gras Change Every Year?
Future Mardi Gras Dates and How They’re Calculated One of the most common questions people ask is: “Why does Mardi Gras change every year?” The simple answer is this: Because Easter changes every year, and Mardi Gras is always celebrated 47 days before Easter Sunday. Since Easter can fall anywhere between late March and late…
What Is a Second Line?
The Story Behind One of New Orleans’ Most Beloved Traditions If you’ve ever visited New Orleans, chances are you’ve seen—or at least heard—a brass band leading a crowd of people dancing through the streets, waving colorful umbrellas and handkerchiefs. That’s called a Second Line, and it’s one of the city’s most recognizable traditions. A Second…
Why Is There a Baby in a King Cake?
The tiny plastic baby hidden inside a King Cake is one of Mardi Gras’ most recognizable traditions, but few people know how it began. The story stretches back thousands of years, blending ancient customs, Christian traditions, European baking, and a little New Orleans legend. For the Christian perspective click here Where Did the Tradition Begin?…
Can You Ship King Cakes Anywhere In The United States?
The Short Answer: Yes One of the most common questions we receive is: “Can you ship a king cake to my state?” The answer is almost always yes. Today, king cakes can be shipped virtually anywhere in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. Whether you’re celebrating Mardi Gras in New York, California, Texas, Colorado,…
What Is The Best King Cake Delivery Company?
Choosing The Right King Cake Company With dozens of bakeries offering king cakes online, many customers ask the same question: “What is the best king cake delivery company?” The answer depends on what you’re looking for. Some customers want the cheapest cake. Others want the biggest cake. Some want unique flavors. But if you’re looking…
How Do King Cakes Stay Fresh During Shipping?
The Right Bakery Is More Important Than Choosing the Shipping Company One of the most common questions we hear is: “How can a king cake travel across the country and still arrive fresh?” The answer surprises many people. Freshness starts with the bakery, not the shipping company. FedEx, UPS, and other carriers can only deliver…