Description
A delightful swirl of tender dough infused with fruity blueberries and warm vanilla, perfect for brunch or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup milk, warmed to about 110°F
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup blueberry jam
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast with a pinch of sugar. Let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.
- First Rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix blueberry jam with blueberries and set aside.
- Roll the Dough: Once risen, roll into a rectangle (approximately 12×18 inches).
- Spread the Filling: Spread the blueberry jam mixture over the dough, leaving a small border.
- Create the Roll: Roll the dough tightly from the long side and pinch the seams to seal.
- Twist and Shape: Cut the rolled dough in half lengthwise, twist both pieces together, and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Second Rise: Cover loosely with a cloth and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Fresh blueberries create a more vibrant flavor. Make sure your butter is at room temperature for best results.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 42mg
Keywords: babka, blueberry, vanilla, baking, dessert
