Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Chocolate Babka Recipe

Chocolate Babka Recipe


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.8 from 10 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 loaves (about 16 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this homemade Chocolate Babka, a traditional Jewish and Eastern European dessert bread that’s perfect for any occasion. With a tender, buttery dough swirled with a luscious chocolate filling, this braided loaf is sure to impress.


Ingredients

Scale

Dough:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup whole milk (warm)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)

Chocolate Filling:

  • 1 cup dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup (optional)
  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit until foamy. Add eggs, vanilla, and sugar. Mix in flour and salt, then knead in butter. Let rise.
  2. Make the Chocolate Filling: Melt chocolate with cocoa, powdered sugar, cream, and corn syrup. Cool slightly.
  3. Shape and Fill: Divide dough, roll into rectangles, spread filling, roll into logs, twist, and place in pans. Let rise.
  4. Bake: Brush with egg wash and bake until golden brown. Cool before slicing.

Notes

  • You can add chopped nuts like hazelnuts or walnuts for extra crunch.
  • For an extra-glossy finish, brush with a simple syrup after baking.
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Jewish, Eastern European

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg