Preparation Steps

• In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add yeast mixture, eggs, and 0.5 cup softened butter. Knead dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
• Cover dough and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled.
• Mix chopped dark chocolate, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and remaining softened butter to create filling.
• Roll out dough into a rectangle. Spread chocolate filling evenly over dough.
• Roll dough tightly and cut lengthwise down the center, twisting the two halves to create the babka shape.
• Place babka in a greased loaf pan and let rise for 30 minutes.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Cool before slicing.