Description
These Baklava Babka Buns are a delightful fusion of traditional baklava flavors and soft, sweet babka dough. Filled with a spiced nut mixture of walnuts or pistachios, cinnamon, and honey, these buns are perfect for a special breakfast or dessert treat. Soft, fragrant, and drizzled with honey for a sticky, luscious finish, they combine the best of both worlds in an easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk
Filling
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pistachios
- ½ cup honey
Instructions
- Activate yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and yeast; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes) to activate the yeast.
- Prepare dough: In another bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add melted butter and the yeast mixture; knead the dough until smooth and elastic for 8-10 minutes.
- First rise: Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Make filling: Mix chopped nuts with cinnamon and honey until well combined to create the flavorful filling.
- Shape dough: Roll out the risen dough into a large rectangle. Evenly spread the nut and honey filling over the surface, then roll the dough tightly into a log and slice it into individual pieces.
- Second rise: Arrange the sliced buns in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again for 30 minutes to ensure fluffiness.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the buns for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Finish: Drizzle warm honey over the buns after baking for a sticky, sweet glaze. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts for pistachios depending on preference or availability.
- For an extra shiny finish, brush the buns with a little melted butter right after baking.
- Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- These buns keep well for 2-3 days stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Reheat gently before serving to bring back softness and flavor.
