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Apple Cinnamon Babka Bread Recipe

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This Apple Cinnamon Babka Bread is a stunning fall-inspired twist on classic babka. Swirled with tender spiced apples and rich cinnamon flavor, this soft, buttery loaf is the perfect comfort bake for cozy mornings or indulgent desserts.

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup whole milk, warm
  • 2 large eggs
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, activate yeast by combining warm milk, a pinch of sugar, and yeast. Let sit until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add eggs and yeast mixture to form a sticky dough.
  3. Knead in softened butter until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled.
  4. Prepare the filling: In a saucepan, cook apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and vanilla until soft and syrupy. Cool.
  5. Roll out risen dough into a rectangle. Spread cooled apple filling evenly over the surface.
  6. Roll into a log, slice lengthwise, and twist the two halves with filling facing up.
  7. Place into a greased loaf pan, cover, and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  9. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the filling for crunch.
  • Swap brown sugar with maple syrup for deeper flavor.
  • A glaze of powdered sugar and milk adds extra sweetness.
  • Store at room temp for 2 days or freeze up to 2 months.
  • Best apples: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for tart contrast.
  • Dough can be refrigerated overnight for convenience.

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