Living in Louisiana is awesome, especially during Mardi Gras. One of the best parts of Mardi Gras is the BOUDIN KING CAKE , a special treat that everyone loves.
Welcome to a tasty tradition with a twist! The Boudin King Cake combines the fun of the classic boudin King Cake with savory, spicy boudin sausage for a unique treat that’s perfect for celebrations. Whether you’re marking Mardi Gras or just craving something different, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone talking. Ready to impress your friends and family? Let’s dive into making this delicious and festive dish!
WHAT IS A KING CAKE?
A boudin king cake is a yummy cake that people get excited about. It shows up a few weeks before Mardi Gras and then disappears until next year.
A DIFFERENT KIND OF KING CAKE
Most king cakes are sweet, but this one is different. It’s a savory and spicy king cake with boudin, a type of Cajun sausage.
INGREDIENTS YOU NEED
- To make this special king cake, you need:
- Boudin (sausage)
- Pepper jack cheese
- Crescent dinner roll sheets
- Red pepper jelly
- Green onion tops
- Crispy bacon
HOW TO MAKE IT
Get Your Ingredients:
- Gather all the things you need.
- Assemble: Put the boudin, cheese, and other ingredients together.
- Bake: Bake it in the oven until it’s golden brown and yummy.
ENJOY YOUR KING CAKE
Your Boudin King Cake will be crispy on the outside, filled with spicy boudin and melty cheese, and topped with sweet and spicy pepper jelly. It’s so good, you’ll wish Mardi Gras was all year long!
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
Easy to Make
Using canned croissant dough makes it super simple to put together. No fuss at all!
Tasty Boudin Sausage
Boudin sausage is packed with yummy spices, rice, and tasty meats. It’s a favorite in the South, and everyone loves it.
My Favorite
This king cake is my favorite because I like savory flavors more than sweet ones.
RECIPE
Ingredients
- ½ cup red pepper jelly (like Tabasco)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 pound boudin sausage links
- 1 pack pepper jack cheese, cut into sticks
- 2 cans crescent dough sheets or French bread sheets
- 1 large egg, beaten (for brushing)
- Kosher salt
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup chopped green onion tops
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Turn the oven on to 350ºF.
- Make the Glaze: In a small pot, heat the red pepper jelly for about 2 minutes until it melts. Add the water and stir until smooth. Turn off the heat.
- Prepare the Boudin: Cut open the Boudin sausage and remove the casing. Make small cuts in the sausage and stuff with cheese sticks.
- Wrap with Dough: Open a dough sheet and roll it around the cheese-stuffed sausage. Cut off the extra dough and close the ends. Do the same for the second sausage.
- Form a Circle: Put the dough-wrapped sausages on a baking tray and join them together to make a circle. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake: Bake in the oven for 40 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Toppings: Take out the cake and spread the melted pepper jelly on top. Sprinkle with bacon and green onions.
- Serve: Cut into pieces and serve while hot.
NOTES
- Boudin sausage is easy to find in Louisiana, but you can also make your own.
- Keep the boudin and dough cold to make it easier to handle.
- Use crescent dough sheets or French bread sheets.
- If the dough tears, just pinch it back together.
- To reheat, place the tray in the oven at 200ºF until warm.
CONCLUSION
Making a Boudin King Cake is fun and easy. It has yummy sausage, cheese, and bacon wrapped in dough. You can bake it and share it with your friends. Everyone will love this special cake, and it makes Mardi Gras even more exciting!
