Walnut Babka
Walnut Babka is a delightful sweet yeast bread that envelops rich swirls of walnut filling, creating a perfect balance of nutty richness and sweetness. This recipe fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, making it an ideal treat for brunch or cozy afternoons. With its beautiful golden-brown crust and fluffy texture, each slice offers a warm hug for your taste buds. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or toasted, this babka is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1½ cups chopped walnuts
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the dough: In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit until frothy. In another bowl, mix flour and salt, then add melted butter and eggs. Stir in the yeast mixture.
- 2. Knead the dough: Turn onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled.
- 3. Make the filling: Mix chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a separate bowl.
- 4. Roll out dough: Once risen, roll dough into a rectangle about half an inch thick. Spread walnut filling evenly on top.
- 5. Shape the babka: Roll the dough tightly into a log and seal edges. Cut lengthwise to reveal swirls and twist pieces together.
- 6. Bake: Place in a greased loaf pan and let rise again for about 30 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg