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Pumpkin Pecan Babka

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350
A rich and flavorful babka filled with pumpkin and toasted pecans, perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup bread flour
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (warmed to 110°F (43°C))
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Sponge

  • 4 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3-3 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (sliced and softened)

Filling

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cups pecans (toasted and crushed (finely chopped))
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon cold water

Instructions 

  • Activate yeast in warm milk with honey until frothy.
  • Mix flour, eggs, sugar, salt, and softened butter to form dough; let rise.
  • Prepare pumpkin filling with pecans, brown sugar, and spices.
  • Roll out dough, spread filling, and roll into a log; cut and layer in a loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes until golden.

Notes

Ensure pumpkin is well incorporated for even flavor distribution.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin