Description
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet, nutty flavors with fluffy dough in these irresistible Baklava Babka Buns. Infused with honey and cinnamon, each bite transports you to a world of cozy warmth and festive cheer. Perfect for brunch or dessert, these buns are easy to make and sure to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (warm)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup ground nuts (walnuts or pistachios)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup honey
Instructions
- Warm milk until just warm to touch; combine with sugar and yeast. Let sit until foamy.
- Mix in flour, eggs, and melted butter until combined; knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Allow dough to rise in a greased bowl for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare filling by mixing ground nuts with cinnamon and honey.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling, and roll tightly. Cut into sections and place cut-side up in a greased pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle with melted butter mixed with honey while warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, swap walnuts for pistachios or incorporate spices like nutmeg or cardamom in the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze for longer storage.