Question 1

What does a king cake taste like?

Accepted Answer

King cakes are a heavenly mix of a cinnamon cake with some king of filling. Fillings can be fruit, cream cheese, praline filling - really anything! The cake is covered in a sweet glaze that gives it the right touch of sweetness.

Question 2

What are the most popular king cake flavors?

Accepted Answer

If a king cake has filling, it will typically have a fruit flavor. Blueberry, strawberry, raspberry, cherry, or apple flavors are always popular. It can also have cream cheese mixed in with the fruit filling. There are also praline varieties that are delicious!

Question 3

Are king cakes hard to make?

Accepted Answer

Yes! They are tricky to get just right, which is why most of us in the "king cake region" of the US have a personal favorite. (Mine is Paul's, FYI.) That's why I like this King Cake Earthquake Cake - all of the flavors without the all the fuss!

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Pumpkin Tres Leches with Box Cake Mix

Easy Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cake

Chocolate Strawberry Earthquake Cake

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Strawberry Banana Pudding Cake

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