Master the French Galette des Rois à la Frangipane: A Delightful Epiphany Tradition!

Before we dive into the deliciousness that is our recipe, let’s take a quick journey back in time. The Galette des Rois, which translates to “King’s Cake,” has roots that stretch back centuries. Tightly knit with the Christian celebration of Epiphany on January 6th, it commemorates the visit of the Magi to baby Jesus. This tradition has its roots in the medieval age and has since grown to be a beloved hallmark of French culture. Intriguing, isn’t it?

Ingredients You’ll Need for Galette des Rois à la Frangipane

Alright, before we roll up our sleeves and get messy, let’s ensure we have everything in place. Here’s what you’ll be needing:

– Two puff pastry discs (store-bought is perfectly fine unless you’re feeling ambitious!).
– 125g of ground almonds (that’s almond flour for us Yanks).
– 100g of powdered sugar.
– 100g of soft butter (no, margarine won’t do!).
– Two lovely eggs.
– A few drops of bitter almond extract (for that zing!).
– For the shiny finish: one egg yolk.
– And of course, a trinket or “fève” – because what’s a King’s Cake without a king?

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