The Artisan King’s Cake That Makes Every Celebration Sparkle

Our delicious Galette des Rois (an iconic French Epiphany cake) is a traditional puff pastry cake filled with frangipane, a rich almond cream. This special treat is crafted specifically for Epiphany and is only available for a limited time in our assortment.

A hallmark of the Galette des Rois is the hidden ‘bean’ inside the cake. If you discover a miniature version of our iconic Le Pain Quotidien bowl (‘the bean/ the trinket’) you might just win the grand prize!

Will you be the lucky winner?
Find the Golden Trinket and win a generous King’s Cake for 12 people. You can redeem your prize until January 10, 2025. Who will you share the cake with?
Find the Red Bean and enjoy a delicious hot chocolate on us! You can redeem this prize until January 10, 2025.

Handmade with love

Our expert bakers make each cake by hand, ensuring it’s perfectly flaky, buttery, and packed with flavor in every bite.

The trinkets and crown

The golden (paper) crown is an essential part of the Galette des Rois tradition. The person who finds the 'bean' (trinket) is crowned king or queen for the day!

Only the good stuff

We use organic butter for that golden, melt-in-your-mouth crust and almond flour for a pastry cream that’s rich, smooth, and completely indulgent.

A delight to share with those you love

Bring the magic home and order today
Our Galette des Rois will be available starting December 26. If you'd like to (pre-)order, you can do so via the link below and pick it up at your favorite location.
Order your King’s Cake today
Order your King's cake in the nearest Le Pain Quotidien. Choose your date and time of pick-up.
Your Questions Answered
What is the King's Cake tradition and the bean?
The 'Galette des Rois' tradition originally revolves around celebrating Epiphany on January 6. Traditionally, a small bean (or nowadays a porcelain trinket) is hidden inside the cake. The person who finds the 'bean' in their slice is symbolically crowned king or queen for the day and wears a paper crown. This joyful tradition, filled with excitement and fun, brings family and friends together at the table and symbolizes happiness and prosperity for the new year! 🎉👑
When can I buy the King’s Cake?
The King’s Cake is available from December 26, 2024, to January 31, 2025.
What is it, and how does it work?
Each King’s Cake contains one hidden trinket. If you find the trinket colored in a golden hue, you’ll win a generous King’s Cake for 12 people! If your slice contains a Red Trinket, you’ll get a complimentary hot chocolate. You may also find a white Trinket, maybe you are lucky the next time!
How do I claim a prize if I find a trinket?
If you find a Red Bean, bring it to your favorite Le Pain Quotidien location and enjoy your hot chocolate right away. If you find a Golden Bean, take a photo and send an email to info@lepainquotidien.nl. We will send your royal Galette des Rois to a location of your choice, where you can pick it up between January 13 and 15, 2025.
Why do people love our King’s Cake?
Our King’s Cake is crafted with care using exceptional ingredients. The flaky, golden puff pastry is made with organic butter, and the filling features natural almond flour and unrefined sugar for a rich, creamy flavor.
What allergens are in the King’s Cake?
Cereals containing gluten: wheat; milk, eggs, almonds. This product is manufactured in a plant where other cereals containing gluten (spelt, khorasan wheat, barley, oat), nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts, pecan nuts, pistachio nuts), sesame seeds and soy are processed.
How should I serve the King’s Cake?
Best served at room temperature to retain its flaky texture and smooth almond cream.
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Bring the Magic Home – Order Your King’s Cake Today!