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The Ultimate Cinnamon Apple Babka

The Ultimate Cinnamon Apple Babka
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Indulge in The Ultimate Cinnamon Apple Babka, a delightful blend of warm cinnamon and sweet apples nestled in a fluffy, buttery dough. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, filling your home with an irresistible aroma as it bakes. Whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy family brunch, this babka will undoubtedly be the centerpiece of your table, making every bite a heavenly experience.

Ingredients

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  • 110 g Whole milk (lukewarm)
  • 30 g Granulated sugar
  • 12.5 g Fresh yeast
  • 1 Egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 1 Egg (room temperature)
  • 250 g Bread flour (high protein content flour)
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 80 g Unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 150 g Apple (measure after peeled and cut into small identical pieces)
  • a small amount of freshly squeezed lemon juice (drizzle the apple slices right after cutting)
  • 80 g Brown sugar
  • 60 g Unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (or a mix of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg)
  • 60 g Water
  • 20 g Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 80 g Granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine lukewarm milk, sugar, and yeast; let it froth.
  2. Mix bread flour and salt in a stand mixer bowl. Add eggs, butter, and yeast mixture; mix until combined.
  3. Knead on a floured surface until the dough is smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a greased bowl for about 1 hour.
  4. Prepare apple filling by sautéing diced apples with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until softened.
  5. Roll out the dough, spread the apple filling evenly over it, roll into a log, and slice lengthwise to expose layers.
  6. Twist the halves together and place in a greased baking pan; let rise for another 30 minutes. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 40 minutes.

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