Blueberry Cream Cheese Babka
Get ready to swirl into happiness with this dreamy Blueberry Cream Cheese Babka! It’s the sweet, tangy twist your brunch has been waiting for, with every bite bursting with fruity goodness and creamy delight. This delightful babka is not only a visual treat but also a flavor explosion that will leave everyone at your table singing its praises.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours (including rising)
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
Ingredients
- For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Mixing Magic
In a mixer, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Then add 1/2 cup of whole milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, 3 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix until the dough is smooth and elastic. Let it rise for 1-2 hours.
Filling Fun
Beat 8 oz of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a bowl until creamy. Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh blueberries.
Shape and Swirl
Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a rectangle. Spread the blueberry cream cheese filling evenly across the dough.
Roll and Rise Again
Roll the dough into a log, then cut it lengthwise. Twist the halves together to form the classic babka pattern. Place it in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let it rise for another hour.
Streusel Sprinkle
In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of cold unsalted butter (cubed), and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon until crumbly. Sprinkle the delightful streusel over the babka.
Bake Time
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the babka for 40-45 minutes until it is golden brown and heavenly.
Cool and Enjoy
Let it cool before slicing and enjoying the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and creamy!
Notes
Nutritional Information
Per serving, this babka brings roughly:
Calories: 320 | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Sugars: 18g
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