Description

Savory Apple Cinnamon Babka Bread is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring soft, braided dough enveloping a luscious apple filling enriched with aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for brunch or cozy evenings, this bread not only satisfies the taste buds but also fills your home with an inviting aroma that brings everyone to the table. Whether enjoyed warm with coffee or as a dessert topped with ice cream, this babka is destined to become a beloved family favorite.

Ingredients

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4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup whole milk, warmed
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 medium firm apples (e.g., Granny Smith), peeled and finely chopped
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup brown sugar

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Instructions

Combine warm milk and yeast in a bowl; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes). In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and eggs; mix in the yeast mixture until a soft dough forms.
Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
Mix chopped apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in another bowl; set aside.
After rising, punch down the dough and roll it into a rectangle (1/2 inch thick). Spread melted butter over it and sprinkle with apple filling.
Roll up tightly from one long side into a log. Cut lengthwise to create two halves; twist together keeping cut sides up.
Place twisted babka in a greased loaf pan and let rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg