Get ready to transform your kitchen into a New Orleans-style celebration with this irresistible King Cake Bubble Up! This mouthwatering dessert captures the spirit of Mardi Gras in every single bite, combining the classic flavors of traditional King Cake with an easy, crowd-pleasing twist that'll have everyone begging for seconds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this recipe promises a delightful culinary adventure that's as fun to make as it is to devour.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Cajun
Serves: 9x13 inch cake
Ingredients
- 1 can of refrigerated biscuits
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup of cinnamon sugar
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Open the can of refrigerated biscuits and cut each biscuit into quarters to create bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon sugar, creating a sweet coating mixture.
- Roll each biscuit quarter in the sugar mixture, ensuring each piece is completely coated with the sweet blend.
- Arrange the sugar-coated biscuit pieces in the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the biscuit pieces.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and chopped pecans uniformly across the top of the biscuits.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let the King Cake Bubble Up cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Decorate with traditional Mardi Gras colored sugars (purple, green, and gold) for an authentic festive touch.
Tips
- Use fresh, cold refrigerated biscuits for the best texture and rise.
- Make sure to cut biscuits into equal-sized quarters for even cooking.
- Don't skip coating each biscuit piece in the sugar mixture - this creates a delicious caramelized exterior.
- For an authentic Mardi Gras look, sprinkle purple, green, and gold sugars on top after baking.
- Let the dish cool slightly before serving to allow the sugars to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Serve warm for the most gooey, delectable experience.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to restore its crispy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 185kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 5mg
