Mascarpone Cheese Babka
Mascarpone Cheese Babka is a delightful sweet bread that envelops creamy mascarpone filling in a soft, buttery dough. The warm, aromatic loaf features beautifully swirled layers, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack. Whether shared with loved ones or savored alone, this babka promises to elevate any occasion with its rich flavors and tender texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm whole milk (110°F)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes). Gradually add melted butter, eggs, salt, and flour to form a soft dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled (about 1 hour).
- For the filling, mix mascarpone cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle (½ inch thick) and spread the mascarpone filling evenly over it.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log shape; slice it in half lengthwise to reveal the layers. Twist both halves together and place in a greased loaf pan; let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg