Description
Delicious Jam Donut Babka
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup your favorite jam (e.g., raspberry or strawberry)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and sugar until dissolved. Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Whisk in eggs and melted butter until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle on parchment paper, spread jam evenly, then roll tightly from one side.
- Pinch seams to seal and twist gently into a spiral shape; place in a greased loaf pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing.
Notes
- Perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings.
- Can use any favorite jam for filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg