Description
Apple Cinnamon Babka is a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and tender apples, all wrapped in soft, fluffy dough. This sweet bread is perfect for breakfast or any occasion, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as an afternoon snack, each slice offers a cozy experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 Granny Smith apples (peeled and chopped)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until bubbly.
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt; add softened butter and eggs. Gradually incorporate the yeast mixture to form a soft dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled.
- Prepare the filling by mixing chopped apples with sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle, spread with butter, then layer the apple mixture.
- Roll tightly into a log, slice lengthwise, twist the halves together, and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg