Cinnamon Babka Buns
Directions
- 1Combine all dough ingredients in a mixer bowl with a hook attachment and mix for 3 minutes.
- 2Let the dough rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- 3Combine all filling ingredients until a paste forms.
- 4Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle.
- 5Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
- 6Fold the dough into thirds, then cut it into 12 strips.
- 7Cut each strip almost all the way through, creating multiple sections.
- 8Braid the three strips in each section and roll them up.
- 9Place the braided rolls in a greased muffin tin and let them rise for 45-60 minutes.
- 10Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 11Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 12Optional: Top with a simple syrup made from equal parts water and sugar, simmered until thickened and amber in color.
Ingredients
- 270 g flour
- 0.5 tbsp dry active yeast
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 55 g melted butter
- 1 egg
- 15 g oil
- 125 g milk
- 30 g sugar
- 70 g soft butter
- 70 g brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 part water
- 1 part sugar
Equipment
mixer with hook attachmentmuffin tinovenpastry brush