Even if you don’t live in the south, you can still enjoy the flavors of Mardi Gras with this traditional Vegan King Cake recipe! It’s fluffy with a cinnamon raisin filling and a sugary glaze that will satisfy everyone.
Laissez les bons temps rouler. It’s a Cajun French phrase that means, let the good times roll! That’s exactly the spirit that I’m in today sharing this VEGAN KING CAKE recipe with you. Can you sense how excited I am?!
Let the good cake roll…right into my mouth. Does that work?
I’ve never felt particularly connected to my Cajun roots—I don’t have an accent (neither does most of my family), I’ve never spoken Cajun French, and I’m not a huge fan of Mardi Gras. I know, blasphemy!
Don’t get me wrong, it is a really fun time—and I think everyone should experience one Mardi Gras in New Orleans—but it’s mostly long days with lots of alcohol and crowds while trying to dodge heavy bags of beads. It takes a lot of energy. BUT, since this is most likely my last Mardi Gras in Louisiana for awhile, I’m going to make the most of this Carnival season!
What I do feel connected to are our traditional Cajun recipes and the sense of community you feel when you’re sharing a meal. I guarantee that if you meet a Louisiana family, they will probably offer to feed you within 5 minutes. We show our love with food—can’t complain about that!
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