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Blueberry Cream Cheese Babka

Blueberry Cream Cheese Babka
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Blueberry Cream Cheese Babka is a delightful twist on a classic sweet bread, featuring rich brioche dough intertwined with luscious blueberry preserves and creamy filling. This stunning treat not only fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma but also brings warmth and nostalgia to any gathering. Perfect for brunch or dessert, each slice reveals beautiful swirls of blueberry and cream cheese, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. With its soft, pillowy texture and a hint of sweetness, this babka is sure to become a cherished favorite in your home.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups blueberries
  • 3/4 cup sugar (divided)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 cup milk (warmed)
  • 2 eggs
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the blueberry preserves: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, 3/4 cup sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for about 10 minutes until bubbly and thickened. Set aside to cool.
  2. Make the cream cheese filling: In a bowl, blend softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Mix the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add warm milk and beaten eggs. Mix until combined; then knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for about an hour until doubled in size.
  5. Assemble the babka: Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread cream cheese mixture and blueberry preserves evenly over it. Roll tightly from one long side to another.
  6. Twist the rolled dough: Cut in half lengthwise and twist together before placing into a greased loaf pan.
  7. Second rise: Cover loosely and let rise again for about 30 minutes until puffy.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.

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