Baklava Babka Buns (Printable Version)
Soft twisted buns with nut filling and honey syrup, bringing together the delightful flavors of baklava and babka in every bite.
# Ingredients:
→ For Dough
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3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
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½ cup warm milk
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2 eggs
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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½ tsp salt
→ For Filling
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1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
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½ cup pistachios, finely chopped
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp cinnamon
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
→ For Syrup
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½ cup honey
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¼ cup water
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1 tsp vanilla extract
# Steps:
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Combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Add warm milk, eggs, and melted butter. Knead thoroughly until a smooth, elastic dough forms. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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In a medium bowl, mix together finely chopped walnuts, pistachios, sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
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Roll dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Brush entire surface with melted butter, then evenly distribute the nut filling. Roll tightly from the long edge to form a log. Cut into 12 strips, twist each strip, then coil into a bun shape.
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Arrange buns in a greased baking pan, leaving space between each. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
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While buns are baking, combine honey, water, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat. Pour warm syrup over the buns immediately after removing from oven. Allow buns to absorb the syrup before serving.
# Notes:
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These buns combine the twisted, enriched dough of babka with the nut filling and honey syrup of baklava.
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For extra flavor, try adding orange zest to the syrup or cardamom to the filling.