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Rosca de Reyes

Cultural Context

Rosca de Reyes, or King's Cake, is a beloved tradition in Mexico, celebrated on January 6th during the Feast of the Epiphany. It symbolizes the arrival of the Three Wise Men and is often enjoyed with hot chocolate. Families and friends gather to share the cake, and the person who finds the figurine inside is expected to host a party on Candlemas Day. This festive treat has inspired many variations around the world, including the French Galette des Rois and the New Orleans King Cake, each with its own unique twist.

MexicanMXdessert
120 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
500 gramos de Harina de trigo
1 taza de azucar blanca
11 gramos de levadura seca
1/2 cucharadita de sal
1/2 taza de leche entera
140 gramos de mantequilla con sal
3 huevos medianos
1 cucharada de extracto de naranja
2 cucharadas extra de harina
1/2 taza de harina de trigo
1/2 taza de azúcar glas
100 gramos de manteca vegetal
1 cucharada de cocoa en polvo
1 huevo
500 gramos de Ate de 3 sabores
Azucar blanca
Cerezas al gusto

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a lactose-free alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

1

Mezclar la harina de trigo, azúcar, levadura seca, y sal en un tazón grande.

2

Agregar la leche entera, mantequilla, huevos, y extracto de naranja a la mezcla y amasar hasta obtener una masa suave.

3

Dejar reposar la masa en un lugar cálido hasta que doble su tamaño.

4

Formar la rosca con la masa y colocarla en una charola engrasada y forrada con papel encerado.

5

Preparar el dulce mezclando la harina de trigo, azúcar glas, manteca vegetal, y cocoa en polvo.

6

Barnizar la rosca con huevo batido y decorar con el dulce, ate, y cerezas.

7

Hornear en el horno precalentado hasta que esté dorada.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

charola 30x40cmpapel encerado

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

King CakeRoscón de Reyes
Local Name: Rosca de Reyes

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