Description
The Ultimate Cinnamon Apple Babka is a warm, inviting sweet bread that beautifully marries the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apple. This delectable treat features a soft, fluffy dough that wraps around a luscious filling, making it perfect for brunch, dessert, or simply enjoyed alongside your morning coffee. With its stunning twisted shape and irresistible aroma, this babka is sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make with pantry staples, it’s an ideal recipe for bakers of all skill levels looking to create a cozy fall treat or a delightful centerpiece for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 110 g Whole milk (lukewarm)
- 30 g Granulated sugar
- 12.5 g Fresh yeast
- 1 Egg yolk (room temperature)
- 1 Egg (room temperature)
- 250 g Bread flour (high protein content flour)
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 80 g Unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 150 g Apple (measure after peeled and cut into small identical pieces)
- A small amount of freshly squeezed lemon juice (drizzle the apple slices right after cutting)
- 80 g Brown sugar
- 60 g Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (or a mix of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg)
- 60 g Water
- 20 g Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 80 g Granulated sugar
Instructions
- Warm the milk and combine with yeast and sugar; let sit until frothy.
- In a stand mixer, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and eggs; combine.
- Gradually add butter while kneading until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size.
- Prepare the apple filling by mixing apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough, spread the filling, and shape into a twisted loaf.
- Allow to rise again before baking at 350°F (180°C) for about 40 minutes.
- Brush with lemon syrup after baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Experiment with different fruits like pears or berries for variation. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.