Description
Indulge in these decadent Nutella Halva Babka Buns, a delightful blend of Middle Eastern and European flavors in a twisted sweet bun. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these buns are a treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Filling:
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1/2 cup crumbled halva
Additional:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: sesame seeds or crushed pistachios for topping
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: Combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add milk and egg, mix until a dough forms. Knead in butter until smooth.
- Rise: Let dough rise until doubled in size, about 1-1 1/2 hours.
- Fill and Shape: Roll out dough, spread Nutella, sprinkle halva, roll into log, cut, twist, and shape into buns.
- Second Rise: Let buns rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, top with seeds/nuts, bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Best enjoyed the day they’re baked.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat slightly before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired, European-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
