Polish Babka With Optional Cheese Filling
Babka is a traditional Polish Easter dessert, symbolizing the resurrection of Christ.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Polish Babka With Optional Cheese Filling
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar in warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Punch down the dough and knead in the raisins and optional farmer's cheese.
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Shape the dough into a babka and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the babka for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Remove the babka from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Dust the babka with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
