Louisiana Cookin'

"9 of the Best Louisiana King Cakes: Haydel’s Bakery - Traditional cinnamon is their biggest seller, but their cream cheese, chocolate brownie, and praline pecan king cakes have a strong following."

Sara Roahen

"Super moist, paved with a thick coating of white icing and sporting the tie-dyed look of purple, green and gold sugars that have succumbed to humidity, Haydel’s King Cake has always embodied the essence of Carnival’s garish beauty for me."

Nora McGunnigle

"For the purist, Haydel’s king cake has a cinnamon-infused Danish dough and lighter icing."

HuffPost

"If you want a taste of king cake to celebrate Mardi Gras this year — regardless of your location — click through the gallery below for a list of the best bakeries that deliver nation-wide: Haydel’s Bakery - The traditional variety is danish dough braided with cinnamon and sugar, topped with fondant and the expected purple, gold and green."

IntheNOLA

"Like McKenzie’s, Haydel’s king cakes come with that colored sugar that sticks to your lips and teeth! And if you’re looking for a king cake to ship to loved ones, Haydel’s is an excellent choice."

Derek Cosson

"The top 10 places to get king cakes on the Gulf Coast: Haydel’s Bakery - The legendary Haydel’s makes king cakes in a variety of flavors, and ships them around the world all year round."

Kezia Kamenetz

"Another completely classic king cake, Haydel’s special sugars bring a smile to all who take a bite."

NOLA Defender

"The combination of the silky-smooth cream cheese, the soft cinnamon-sugar twists, and the granulated sugar squares creates a delightful texture that makes it hard to stop after a slice, or two…"