Chocolate vegan babka with a soft, fluffy crumb and rich chocolate swirls. Moreover, it’s dairy-free, egg-free, and perfect for sharing.
🛒 Ingredients (1 Loaf)
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ tsp instant yeast
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm plant-based milk
- ⅓ cup vegan butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Filling
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup vegan butter
🍞 How to Make Chocolate Vegan Babka
Step 1: Make the Dough
First, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Next, add flour, salt, butter, and vanilla. Knead until smooth.
Step 2: Let It Rise
Then, cover the dough and let it rise for 1–1½ hours until doubled.
Step 3: Prepare the Filling
Meanwhile, melt chocolate chips and butter. Stir in cocoa powder and sugar.
Step 4: Shape the Babka
After that, roll the dough into a rectangle. Spread filling evenly.
Then, roll tightly, slice lengthwise, twist, and place in a loaf pan.
Step 5: Bake
Finally, bake at 175°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes until golden.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Vegan Babka
- Firstly, don’t overheat the milk to protect the yeast.
- Moreover, chill the rolled dough briefly for easier slicing.
- Additionally, cover loosely if the top browns too fast.
- Finally, cool before slicing for clean swirls.
🔄 Variations to Try
- Nutty: Add chopped walnuts or hazelnuts
- Orange Chocolate: Add orange zest
- Cinnamon: Mix cinnamon into the filling
- Mini Babkas: Divide into small loaf pans
- Glaze: Brush with sugar syrup after baking
💚 Health Benefits
This babka uses plant-based fats, which are cholesterol-free.
Moreover, cocoa contains antioxidants.
Because it’s dairy-free, it’s easier to digest for many people.
As a result, it’s a better indulgence option.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Reduce cocoa slightly
- Use mini chocolate chips
- Shape into rolls instead of twists
- Serve with plant-based milk
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approx.)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
