Description
Apple Cinnamon Babka is a warm, indulgent pastry that beautifully combines sweet, spiced apples with a rich, buttery dough. With its stunning braided design and mouthwatering aroma, this babka is perfect for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or cozy evenings at home. Each fluffy slice offers a delightful taste of nostalgia and comfort, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups tart apples (peeled and chopped)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let sit until frothy (about 10 minutes).
- Mix in melted butter and eggs. Gradually add flour to form a sticky dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare the filling by combining apples with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, and roll tightly into a log.
- Slice the log lengthwise and twist the halves together. Place in a greased loaf pan to rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg