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Jam Donut Babka

This delightful Jam Donut Babka combines the richness of a traditional babka with the sweet, fruity filling reminiscent of a classic jam donut.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk warm
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling
  • 1 cup fruit jam your choice, strawberry or raspberry works well
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 2 tablespoons milk to drizzle

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Add flour, eggs, softened butter, and salt to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assemble the Babka
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
  2. Spread the fruit jam evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the jam.
  4. Roll the dough tightly from the long side to form a log, then cut the log in half lengthwise.
  5. Twist the two halves together and place in a greased loaf pan.
  6. Cover the pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Babka
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the babka for about 40-45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Finish and Serve
  1. Let the babka cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Once cooled, mix powdered sugar and milk to create a drizzle, and pour it over the top.
  3. Dust with additional powdered sugar if desired before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

For a more indulgent treat, consider adding chocolate chips to the jam filling or a sprinkle of nutmeg in the dough.

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