King's Cake With Almonds And Candied Citrus Zest

Ingredients

1 (1/4-ounce) packet active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm milk
1/2 cup brown sugar
6 eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 sticks butter (12 tablespoons), melted and cooled, divided
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 3/4 cups toasted sliced almonds, divided
5 1/2 to 6 cups all purpose flour
1 lemon
1 orange
1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Coin or small figurine (optional)

Description

This Rich Bread-like Cake Is Traditionally Served In Mexico On January 6th, Three Kings Day. A Coin Or Small Figurine Is Baked Into This Ring-shaped Cake. Traditionally, Whoever Finds The Hidden Treasure In Their Piece Of Cake Must Host A Party On Candelm

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