Nutty Berry Babka
Introducing one of the 50 talented winners from the Craft Bakers Birthday Bread Contest: Paola from Colombia, with her mouthwatering Nutty Berry Babka recipe!
This delicious bread recipe brings together the sweet flavor of red berries and the richness of hazelnuts, resulting in a delightful and flavorful loaf that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Crafted with care and attention to detail by this skilled baker in Colombia, this Nutty Berry Babka is a must-try for anyone who loves fresh and flavorful homemade bread. We’re thrilled to include this delectable recipe among our list of winners, and we’re excited for you to try it out and share in our passion for great bread!
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*Biga preferment for 8 hours
| Weight | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
|
Flour |
60g |
100% |
|
Cold Water |
25g |
42% |
|
1g |
2% |
Ingredients
| Weight | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
|
Flour |
300g |
100% |
|
Biga preferment for 8 hours* |
60g |
20% |
|
Butter / Margarine |
60g |
20% |
|
Milk + Kumis |
135g |
45% |
|
Eggs |
54g |
18% |
|
Refined salt |
6g |
2% |
|
7,5g |
2,5% |
|
|
Refined sugar |
45g |
15% |
|
Inverted sugar |
15g |
5% |
|
Milk Powder |
9g |
3% |
|
3g |
1% |
|
|
Red berry jam |
70g |
23% |
|
Hazelnut cream |
60g |
20% |
|
TOTAL |
825g |
|
Method
- Type of dough mixer: Stand mixer
- Kneading: 4 min on the first speed and then 8 min on the second speed
- Dough temperature: 18.3°C
- First proving: 1 hour at room temperature, then 2 hours in the refrigerator
- Shaping: Stretch and fill the dough, braid it and place it in a round mold with a diameter of 20cm
- Final proving: 90 minutes at room temperature
- Baking: 55 min at 160°C
- Final temperature check: Use a probe thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the bread reaches 92°C
If you want to save time, you can prep the dough a day ahead and let it ferment overnight in the refrigerator.
It’s important to let the bread cool down before slicing it to avoid compressing the crumb.
- To make the bread more visually appealing, you can experiment with different shapes and decorations, such as adding sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top of the bread.
- For a more savory version, try adding ingredients such as herbs, spices, or cheese to the dough.
- To add some sweetness to the bread, try mixing in dried fruits, chocolate chips, or honey.
