Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍞 Flour : 530 g | 🥚 Eggs : 3 |
| 🧈 Soft butter : 150 g | 🍬 Sugar : 100 g |
| 💧 Warm water : 12 cl | 🥛 Milk : 5 cl |
| 🍞 Fresh yeast : 10 g | 🧂 Salt : 1 pinch |
Utensils
| 🍞 Mixing bowl | 👩🍳 Stand mixer |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 🥣 Spatula |
| 🌡️ Kitchen thermometer | 🍰 Loaf pan |
| 🔪 Knife | 👕 Floured work surface |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Rest time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 30 minutes
STEP 1:
In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it rest for 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
STEP 2:
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a mixer, mix the flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
STEP 3:
Add the mixture of yeast and milk and then incorporate the eggs to obtain a homogeneous dough.
STEP 4:
Incorporate the soft butter and knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
STEP 5:
Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest in a warm place for an hour.
STEP 6:
Roll out the dough on a floured work surface, then fill it with melted chocolate and roll it into a log.
STEP 7:
Divide the log in two, twist the pieces together to create the marbling, and then place them in a loaf pan.
STEP 8:
Let the babka rest for another 30 minutes before placing it in the preheated oven at 180°C.
STEP 9:
Bake the babka for 30 minutes until it is golden brown and cooked through.
Making a chocolate babka at home is a true experience to savor. By following a few simple steps, it is possible to prepare a marbled brioche that will delight the taste buds. The use of quality flour and melted chocolate for the filling ensures a soft texture and a rich flavor.
The shaping of the babka also offers a moment of creativity. By rolling and shaping the dough, anyone can express their style. This blend of tradition and modernity in an accessible recipe makes the babka even more enjoyable. So, don’t hesitate to dive in and share this pleasure with your loved ones.
