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Honey Babka: The Indulgent Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

Honey Babka with Cream Cheese Frosting
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A deliciously indulgent honey babka with a creamy frosting that brings sweetness to any table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add warm milk, honey, and eggs. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead in the softened butter until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
  5. Roll out the dough and spread cream cheese mixture on top.
  6. Roll the dough into a log and twist into a babka shape.
  7. Place in a prepared baking dish and let rise again.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown.
  9. Let cool before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, let the dough rise overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Experiment with different fillings like chocolate or nuts.

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Keywords: honey babka, cream cheese frosting, dessert recipe

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