Chocolate Babka (Bread Machine) Recipe

Name: Chocolate Babka (Bread Machine)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Biga; 1 cup milk, warmed; 1 cup flour or 4 1/4 ounces flour; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon yeast; Dough; 1/4 cup butter, room temperature; 6 egg yolks, whisked lightly; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour, 360 grams; 1/2 cup raisins, soaked to rehydrate; 1 lemon, zest of; Coating for pan; 2 tablespoons almond cookies, crushed fine; Filling; 4 ounces almond paste; 2 egg whites; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened; 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Servings: persons

Biga
1 cup milk, warmed
1 cup flour or 4 1/4 ounces flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon yeast
Dough
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
6 egg yolks, whisked lightly
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour, 360 grams
1/2 cup raisins, soaked to rehydrate
1 lemon, zest of
Coating for pan
2 tablespoons almond cookies, crushed fine
Filling
4 ounces almond paste
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

1
Place biga ingredients in bread machine according to your manufacturers directions. Start on dough cycle. Let mix for 2 minutes (It doesn`t need to go for the full time of the dough cycle) then unplug and leave closed till the next morning.
2
Dough:
3
The next morning add butter to biga which at this point should have collapsed. Whisk well eggs,sugar and vanilla add to machine. Top with flour.
4
Set machine for dough cycle. At beep add raisins and zest.
5
Meanwhile mix filling ingredients together in a food processor and chill till ready.
6
Grease tube pan well and coat with cookie crumbs.
7
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
8
When dough is done turn out on to a lightly floured work surface, and punch it down to release the built up gases.
9
Roll out into a rectangle 8 by 14 inches.
10
Spread the filling then roll them up jellyroll style and pinch the seams to seal them. Flatten the dough slightly with a rolling pin, then twist the dough 6 to 8 times. Allow the dough to rest a few minutes. Make spirals with the dough and place them in a greased tube pans. Cover pan with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled in volume, about 30 to 60 minutes.
11
Bake the cakes for 45 minutes; then let cool in the pan.

1417

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Biga, 1 cup milk, warmed, 1 cup flour or 4 1/4 ounces flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Babka (Bread Machine) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Babka (Bread Machine)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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