Spiced Chocolate Babka
"Layers of soft brioche and decadent chocolate braided into a swoon-worthy loaf perfect for the holidays! This no-knead recipe lets the mixer do all the work! - Spiced Chocolate Babka..."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Dough:
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1/2 cup Whole milk
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1 packet Instant or Quick Rise Yeast
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1/4 cup Granulated sugar plus 1/2 teaspoon for the yeast
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2 1/4 cups All-purpose Flour spooned and leveled
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1/2 teaspoon Salt
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2 large Eggs
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5 tablespoons Unsalted butter softened to room temperature
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For the Filling:
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5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
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1/4 cup Heavy cream or half-and-half
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3.5 ounces Dark chocolate (1 bar) chopped
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1/4 cup Granulated sugar
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3 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
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2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon Ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon Salt
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1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
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