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Chocolate and Espresso Babka Muffins

Delicious Chocolate and Espresso Babka Muffins to Savor

Enjoy these Chocolate and Espresso Babka Muffins, a delightful fusion of flavors perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Proofing Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used for dairy-free
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Use instant yeast for convenience
  • 1/4 cup Warm Water Temperature should be 110-115°F
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can add a chewier bite
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt is a possible substitute
  • 2 large Large Eggs Flax eggs can be a vegan alternative
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate & Bittersweet Chocolate Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Espresso Powder Instant coffee can be used instead
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg is an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Maple syrup can replace honey for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Substitute with maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (for filling) Vegan butter is a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Finely Ground Chocolate Wafer Cookies (Oreo) Graham cracker crumbs can be used
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Nibs Optional if unavailable
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Butter Keep it cold for best texture
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Mix brown and white for depth

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • Double Boiler
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm the whole milk and unsalted butter in a small saucepan until melted, then cool to 115-125°F.
  2. Activate the yeast by combining with warm water and a pinch of sugar, allowing it to foam for 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cooled milk mixture and foamy yeast, along with beaten eggs. Mix until combined, adding flour if sticky.
  4. Grease a bowl and let the dough rise covered until doubled in size, roughly 1 hour.
  5. Melt chocolate and butter for the filling over a double boiler. Stir in espresso powder, cinnamon, brown sugar, and honey until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
  6. In a bowl, mix cold butter, sugar, and flour for the streusel topping until crumbly. Set aside.
  7. Roll out dough into an 18x12-inch rectangle. Spread chocolate filling, add cocoa nibs, fold into thirds, twist into strips, and place in a greased muffin tin.
  8. Cover the muffin tin and let muffins rise again for 20-30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake muffins for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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