If you're a chocolate lover, this recipe for Chocolate Babka Bread is a must-try. The sweet and doughy bread is swirled with rich chocolate and topped with a sweet glaze. It's perfect for a special occasion or a sweet treat any day of the week.
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup chocolate chips, melted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
To make the bread, start by combining the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, heat the milk and water until warm, then add in the eggs and egg yolk, whisking until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms. Add in the softened butter and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Next, roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle shape. Spread the melted chocolate chips over the dough, then sprinkle with cocoa powder. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, then twist the log several times. Place the twisted log into a greased loaf pan and let rise for about an hour.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the bread for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown. While the bread is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar and heavy cream to make the glaze. When the bread is finished baking, let it cool for a few minutes before drizzling with the glaze. Slice and serve warm.