Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Chocolate Babka recipe that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining sugar, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add the frothy yeast mixture to the butter mixture and stir to combine.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, prepare the chocolate filling by mixing the chocolate chips and cocoa powder in a bowl.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 12×18 inches).
- Sprinkle the chocolate filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Pinch the seams to seal.
- Cut the log in half lengthwise to expose the filling. Twist the two halves together and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover the loaf pan with a cloth and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the babka for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow it to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Slice and serve.
Notes
- For a nutty twist, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the chocolate filling.
- Experiment with different fillings such as cinnamon sugar or fruit preserves for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg