This recipe for a hybrid of babka and challah is the best of both worlds.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Chocolate Dessert Hanukkah Kid-Friendly Pastry Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Dough:
- Heat milk in a small saucepan until warm. Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in yeast; let sit until foamy, 5-10 minutes.
- Whisk in egg yolks, vanilla, and 1/2 cup butter. Add sugar, salt, and 3 cups flour; mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until supple, smooth, and no longer shiny, 5-10 minutes. Transfer to a large buttered bowl. Cover and let sit in a warm place until doubled in size, 1 1/2-2 1/2 hours.
- Filling and assembly:
- Mix chocolate, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface; divide into three portions. Shape each into a 12"-long rope. Roll out each rope to a 12x6" rectangle about 1/8" thick. Brush with butter and top with chocolate mixture, pressing gently. Roll up to form a log; pinch seam to seal.
- Place logs, seam side down, side by side on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pinch logs together at one end; braid, then pinch ends together and tuck under. Cover loosely and let sit in a warm place until 1 1/2 times larger, 1-2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°. Beat egg yolk with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Brush dough with egg wash; sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake until top is golden brown and "Babkallah" sounds hollow when bottom is tapped, 35-45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.
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[email protected]This babka is a waste of money. It's not worth the calories.
Chad Hutson
[email protected]I was disappointed with this babka. It was dry and flavorless.
Jocelyn Harris
[email protected]This babka is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny. It's so delicious and decadent.
Mahesh Deuba
[email protected]This babka is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the way the chocolate and cinnamon flavors complement each other.
Zaieda Williams
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate and cinnamon together, but this babka is an exception. It's so delicious!
Esther Arthur
[email protected]This babka is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and freeze it.
alex simpson
[email protected]The babka didn't turn out as I expected. It was a bit too dense and crumbly.
Lewis Cawley
[email protected]This babka is a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.
Abbas Alizada
[email protected]I've made this babka several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect treat for any occasion.
Namwanga Moreen
[email protected]This babka is amazing! The chocolate and cinnamon filling is perfect, and the bread is so soft and fluffy.
Alexis Connor
[email protected]I love this babka! It's so moist and flavorful. I always make it for my holiday gatherings.
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[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The babka turned out beautifully, and it was so delicious.
Dominic Johnson
[email protected]The babka didn't rise as much as I expected, but it was still delicious. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Melodie Hartsock
[email protected]This babka was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.
Clinton BrunoSr
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The babka was amazing. The chocolate and cinnamon filling was gooey and flavorful, and the bread was light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
biadgilign wotet
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The babka came out perfect, and it was so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making this again.
yehia anjelow
[email protected]I've made this babka a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Fuad Bin
[email protected]This babka was a hit at my family gathering. The chocolate and cinnamon filling was perfectly balanced, and the bread was fluffy and moist. I'll definitely be making this again!