Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Babka
This Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Babka is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, featuring a soft, sweet dough filled with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon, perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast Ensure yeast is fresh.
- 1/2 cup warm milk Milk should be warm but not hot.
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) Fresh blueberries are preferred.
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Use freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- In another bowl, whisk together warm milk, eggs, and softened butter.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
- Spread blueberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice over the rolled dough.
- Roll the dough tightly and shape it into a spiral.
- Place the dough in a greased loaf pan and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Glazing
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzle it over the warm babka before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a cup of tea or coffee. For added flavor, pair with cream cheese or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.