Pumpkin babka with chocolate streusel –Hey y’all! If you’re looking to bring some joy to your kitchen, let me introduce you to a delightful twist on a classic pastry: Bittersweet Chocolate-Pumpkin Babka. This dessert combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the warm, comforting taste of pumpkin, making it perfect for any occasion. Let’s get into the details!
Bittersweet Chocolate-Pumpkin Babka
Check out this beautiful image of our decadent creation:
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the pumpkin puree evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the chocolate pieces on top, followed by the cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seams to seal, then cut the log in half lengthwise to expose the filling.
- Twist the two halves together and place in a greased loaf pan. Let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the babka for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let it cool before slicing. Enjoy this sweet and spicy treat with your morning coffee or as an evening dessert!
So, gather your ingredients and enjoy making this fabulous Bittersweet Chocolate-Pumpkin Babka! Trust me, it’s going to be a hit!
