Description
Lemon Blueberry Babka is a heavenly treat that combines the tangy brightness of lemon with sweet, juicy blueberries, resulting in a delightful loaf that’s perfect for brunch or dessert. The soft, fluffy dough is swirled with a vibrant filling and baked to golden perfection, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. This easy-to-follow recipe is not only visually stunning but also sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy each slice as a comforting indulgence on lazy mornings or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk with yeast until frothy. In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add melted butter and eggs to the yeast mixture, then gradually incorporate dry ingredients until smooth.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until elastic.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (1-2 hours).
- Prepare blueberry filling by mixing blueberries with sugar and lemon zest.
- Roll out risen dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, and roll tightly.
- Slice the rolled dough lengthwise and twist pieces together before placing in a greased loaf pan.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg