Different takes on king cakes

We all have our picks for favorite king cake in the city, but plenty of local places are serving up king cakes in non-traditional ways. Below are a few spots where you can sample this seasonal treat with a twist.

Fat Cow: This gourmet burger joint is offering the King Cake Shake for the month of February—a rich, velvety, hand-mixed shake tasting of cream cheese and cinnamon, and topped with sugar sprinkles in Mardi Gras colors. You’ve really never tasted king cake like this before. fatcowburgers.com

Sweet Wishes: The adorable seasonal cupcakes from Baton Rouge’s oldest cupcake-exclusive bakery (pictured) come in classic flavors ranging from Bavarian cream to lemon. And don’t worry—the babies on top of these cakes are edible sugar! sweetwishescafe.com

Brew Ha-Ha: The coffee shop known for its cake balls joins in the Mardi Gras fun with these moist mini cakes, dipped in chocolate and topped with purple, green and gold icing. Grab a classic cinnamon-flavored version or indulge with a chocolate “Zulu” cake ball. Brew Ha-Ha on Facebook

Have you tried one of these unusual “king cakes”? Where’s your favorite spot to eat this seasonal treat? Let us know in the comments by clicking here.