CHOCOLATE-CINNAMON "BABKALLAH"

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Chocolate-Cinnamon

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

Dough:
1/2 cup whole milk
1 1/4 ounces. envelope active dry yeast
4 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled, plus more
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more
Filling and assembly:
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/3 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
All-purpose flour (for surface)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 large egg yolk
Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

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.

Reaper XD
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This babka is a waste of money. It's not worth the calories.


Chad Hutson
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I was disappointed with this babka. It was dry and flavorless.


Jocelyn Harris
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This babka is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny. It's so delicious and decadent.


Mahesh Deuba
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This babka is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the way the chocolate and cinnamon flavors complement each other.


Zaieda Williams
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate and cinnamon together, but this babka is an exception. It's so delicious!


Esther Arthur
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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
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The babka didn't turn out as I expected. It was a bit too dense and crumbly.


Lewis Cawley
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This babka is a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Abbas Alizada
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I've made this babka several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect treat for any occasion.


Namwanga Moreen
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This babka is amazing! The chocolate and cinnamon filling is perfect, and the bread is so soft and fluffy.


Alexis Connor
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I love this babka! It's so moist and flavorful. I always make it for my holiday gatherings.


MUSIC BD OFFICIAL
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The babka turned out beautifully, and it was so delicious.


Dominic Johnson
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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!