The 2026 Kings' Cake by Louis Vuitton, crafted by Maxime Frédéric: hazelnuts elevated with Monogram elegance

Following the Yule logs, it’s now all about the crown: January brings the King’s cakes! Traditional or creative reinterpretations, even though the almond frangipane remains the undisputed queen, today’s chefs, luxury hotels, and chocolatiers are pushing the boundaries of imagination. Golden crusts, inventive fillings, intricate details, and miniature fèves… these cakes are dressing up and reinventing themselves to serve up an irresistibly indulgent moment of celebration.

For Epiphany 2026, Louis Vuitton unveils its King’s Cake by Maxime Frédéric, crowned Best Pastry Chef in the world. Encased in a crisp, delicately caramelized Viennese pastry and adorned with the iconic LV Monogram, this treat hides a luscious hazelnut frangipane that melts in your mouth with pure pleasure.

Though traditionally decorated, this galette is indulgent and flawlessly executed, crafted with carefully sourced ingredients from exceptional producers. It truly reflects the skill and high standards of the Maison. And because a luxury galette isn’t complete without an iconic fève, Maxime Frédéric has included a Vivienne on skis — Louis Vuitton’s charming winter mascot made in porcelain. An ultra-trendy galette down to the last detail, one we can’t help but envision crowned atop our tables!

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Available in a large size for 6 to 8 people at €58 or in a smaller version for 2 to 3 people at €30, the Louis Vuitton Epiphany Cake 2026 is already open for pre-orders, with pickup starting January 2, 2026, at La Chocolaterie Maxime Frédéric inside Louis Vuitton (Paris 1st arrondissement).

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