Description
Honey Pistachio Babka Bread is a delightful fusion of fluffy dough and crunchy pistachios, all drizzled with sweet honey. This beautifully braided loaf is perfect for any occasion, whether served warm for breakfast or as a delectable dessert. The rich aromas that fill your kitchen while it bakes will have everyone eagerly anticipating a slice. Experience the joy of baking with this simple yet impressive recipe!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tsp sugar; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, remaining sugar, salt, and melted butter; mix until combined and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Mix chopped pistachios and honey in a bowl.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the pistachio-honey mixture evenly, then roll tightly into a log.
- Cut the log lengthwise and twist the pieces together; place in a greased loaf pan to rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), brush with egg wash, and bake for about 35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg