Rosca de Reyes or King’s Cake is a traditional cake in Latin American countries that is often eaten on January 6th, the day of the Epiphany. The cake is meant to represent the crown of the king and the hidden figurine inside is said to represent the baby Jesus. In this recipe, we will show you how to make the SOFTEST, EASIEST and Most Delicious Rosca de Reyes.

Ingredients:

For the dough:
– 4 cups flour
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1 tsp salt
– 2 tsp active dry yeast
– Zest of one orange
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/2 cup water
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 3 eggs
– 1 egg yolk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp almond extract

For the topping:
– 1/4 cup melted butter
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup flour
– 1 egg yolk
– Candied fruit for decoration

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, yeast and orange zest. Mix well.

2. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter until the butter melts. Remove from heat and let it cool down a bit.

3. Add the cooled milk mixture, eggs, egg yolk, vanilla extract and almond extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms.

4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

7. Punch down the dough and form it into a ring shape. Place it on a greased baking sheet.

8. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar and flour to make the topping. Stir in the egg yolk.

9. Brush the topping mixture over the entire surface of the ring.

10. Decorate with candied fruit.

11. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the Rosca de Reyes is golden brown.

12. Let it cool down before serving.

Summary:

– Rosca de Reyes is a traditional cake in Latin American countries often eaten on January 6th
– This recipe shows how to make a SOFT, EASY and DELICIOUS Rosca de Reyes
– The ingredients include flour, sugar, salt, yeast, orange zest, milk, water, butter, eggs, vanilla and almond extract
– The dough is kneaded, left to rise and formed into a ring shape
– The topping is made from butter, sugar, flour and an egg yolk
– The Rosca de Reyes is decorated with candied fruit and baked until golden brown.