Salted Chocolate Babka
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
You have to try this salted chocolate babka recipe because it's an absolute game changer for weeknight desserts. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that make you feel a little less guilty about indulging, and the best part is that the whole thing comes together in under an hour. The flaky, chocolatey swirls are restaurant quality, but honestly, anyone can make it because there's minimal fuss involved. I've made this dozens of times and it never fails to impress, especially when you hit people with that perfect sweet and salty combination. Trust me, your kitchen is about to smell incredible.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 100granulated sugar
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 200dark chocolate chips
- 2large eggs
- 6 gsalt
- 3 gbaking powder
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 100 mLwarm milk
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a 23x13cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Use parchment paper for easy removal
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk dry ingredients well
- 3
In a separate bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler.
Tip: Stir occasionally until smooth
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking until fully incorporated.
Tip: Beat until well combined
- 5
Add the vanilla extract and whisk to combine.
Tip: Use a whisk for best results
- 6
Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture, whisking until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix
- 7
Pour the dough into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula for evenness
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Don't overbake
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: Let cool slightly before serving
- 10
Transfer the babka to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Cool completely before serving
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