Chocolate Cinnamon Babka Recipe
Description
Chocolate Cinnamon Babka is a traditional Eastern European sweet bread that is usually served during the holidays. It is made with a sweet yeast dough that is filled with a mixture of cocoa powder, cinnamon, and sugar, then twisted and baked. The result is a delicious, rich, and indulgent treat that is great for any special occasion. This recipe is an easy way to make a delicious homemade Chocolate Cinnamon Babka that will have your family and friends asking for more.
Ingredients
For the dough:
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup warm milk
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
For the filling:
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup butter, melted
For the topping:
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, and sugar. Stir until the yeast is dissolved. Add the melted butter, warm milk, and eggs. Stir until combined.
2. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
3. In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon for the filling. Mix until combined.
4. Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about 18 inches by 12 inches. Brush the melted butter onto the dough and sprinkle the cocoa powder mixture evenly over the top. Roll the dough up tightly into a log and cut it in half.
5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place the two dough logs side by side in the baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cocoa powder, melted butter, and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle the topping over the top of the babka. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Equipment
The equipment you will need for this recipe includes a large bowl, a small bowl, a sifter, a rolling pin, a 9x13 inch baking dish, and a toothpick.
Notes
This recipe can be doubled if you want to make two babkas at once. You can also freeze any leftovers for up to 3 months. To thaw, simply place the frozen babka in the refrigerator overnight.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Total Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg
Sodium: 170 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 40 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Sugars: 16 g
Protein: 7 g
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