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Nutella Halva Babka Buns Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 buns 1x

Description

Nutella Halva Babka Buns are soft, sweet yeast buns filled with a luscious mixture of Nutella and traditional halva, creating a unique blend of creamy and nutty flavors. These buns are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert, featuring a tender dough that is rolled and sliced into individual portions, then baked to golden perfection and optionally glazed for extra sweetness.

Ingredients

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For the dough:

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (or 2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 45°C)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the filling:

  • 1/2 cup Nutella (or other hazelnut spread)
  • 1/2 cup halva (crumbled or blended to a paste, or use tahini as an alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for extra sweetness)

For the glaze (optional):

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the yeast mixture: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active and ready to use.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add the frothy yeast mixture, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough just begins to come together.
  4. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for this step.
  5. First rise: Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until it doubles in size.
  6. Prepare the filling: While the dough rises, mix together the Nutella, crumbled or blended halva, and honey (if using) in a bowl until you have a smooth, well combined filling.
  7. Shape the dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Apply the filling: Spread the Nutella and halva mixture evenly over the surface of the dough.
  9. Form the log: Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, pinching the edges to seal the seam and prevent filling from leaking.
  10. Slice the buns: Cut the log into 8 to 10 even pieces depending on the preferred size for the buns.
  11. Arrange for second rise: Place the buns in a greased round cake pan or on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each for expansion. Cover with a clean towel and allow to rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
  12. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the buns complete their second rise.
  13. Bake the buns: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the buns are golden brown on top and cooked through.
  14. Prepare the glaze (optional): While buns are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk or water, and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
  15. Glaze the buns: Remove the buns from the oven and immediately drizzle the glaze over the warm buns for a sweet, shiny finish.
  16. Serve: Let the buns cool slightly before serving. They taste best warm and fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

Notes

  • You can substitute tahini for halva if unavailable to maintain a similar nutty flavor.
  • Make sure the milk is warm but not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Allowing the dough to rise fully is key for soft, fluffy buns.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • If you prefer, you can skip the glaze for a less sweet finish.
  • Use a stand mixer with a dough hook to simplify kneading.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Jewish, Middle Eastern

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