Cinnamon Babka

Cinnamon Babka is a rich, sweet yeast dough filled with a spiced cinnamon-sugar mixture, twisted and baked to perfection. This delightful Kosher American snack is perfect for sharing and indulging in with a warm cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Salt - 4 grams
• Milk (dairy or non-dairy) - 120 ml
• Unsalted butter (softened) - 50 grams
• Large egg - 1
• Cinnamon - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 30 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a small bowl, warm the milk until it's lukewarm and sprinkle the active dry yeast over it. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to create the filling.
5. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle (about 30 x 40 cm). Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
6. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly to form a log. Pinch the edges to seal.
7. Cut the log in half lengthwise to expose the filling, then twist the two halves together to form a braid. Place the twisted dough in a greased loaf pan.
8. Cover the loaf pan with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the babka for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides energy due to carbohydrates from the flour and sugar.
• Contains cinnamon, which may help regulate blood sugar levels.

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