Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Pistachio Chocolate Babka Pull Apart, a visually stunning sweet bread that combines soft, swirled dough with a rich dark chocolate filling and crunchy toasted pistachios. This recipe employs the tangzhong technique for an exceptionally tender texture and enhanced flavor, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or as a decadent treat at brunch, this babka is sure to impress. With easy-to-follow instructions and versatile serving options, even novice bakers can achieve bakery-quality results at home.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons bread flour
- 2 cups bread flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2.3 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao)
- 1/2 cup toasted pistachios (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare tangzhong by whisking together 2 tablespoons of bread flour and 1/3 cup of water in a saucepan; cook until thickened.
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine remaining flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add milk, egg, and cooled tangzhong; mix well.
- Incorporate softened butter gradually until smooth and elastic. Ferment the dough overnight in an oiled container.
- For the filling, melt dark chocolate with remaining butter; stir in powdered sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, sprinkle with pistachios, roll tightly into a log, slice lengthwise to expose layers, and braid before placing in a greased loaf pan.
- Allow to proof until puffy before baking at 350°F for about 30–35 minutes.
- Brush warm babka with sugar syrup immediately after baking and cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Baked Goods
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg