Description
Apple Cinnamon Babka is a delightful twisted bread that combines tender, fluffy dough with a sweet apple-cinnamon filling. Each slice reveals beautiful swirls, making it a stunning centerpiece for any brunch or family gathering. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup warm milk
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and chopped)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, whisk warm milk and melted butter; add to dry ingredients with eggs. Mix until shaggy.
- 2. Knead: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3. Let It Rise: Place in a greased bowl covered with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm area until doubled (about 1 hour).
- 4. Prepare Filling: Toss chopped apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- 5. Shape Your Babka: Roll out risen dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter over it, sprinkle with apple mixture, and roll tightly into a log.
- 6. Twist: Cut the log lengthwise and twist halves together. Place in a greased loaf pan.
- 7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg