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Chocolate babka

A rich, buttery yeasted loaf twisted with dark chocolate filling and brushed with syrup for a glossy, sticky crust.

Time
210min
Steps
4
Chocolate babka, photographed from above

Ingredients

16 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk, egg and wheat.

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    You'll need: Oven, Loaf pan.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Knead the dough, adding butter gradually, until smooth and elastic. Chill overnight.

    2. 2

      Melt the filling ingredients together and cool to spreadable.

    3. 3

      Roll half the dough to 25 x 40 cm, spread with filling, roll up, chill 15 minutes, halve lengthwise and twist into a loaf pan. Repeat.

    4. 4

      Proof 1.5-2 hours, bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35-40 minutes, and brush with syrup straight from the oven.

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