It is no secret that I am an absolute sucker for a good pastry. Picking a favorite would be impossible, but fresh Chocolate Babka would definitely be high on the list. If you aren’t familiar with this treat, it’s originally from Poland and Ukraine and was popularized by the Jewish community. It’s now famous across the world and is a staple at many Jewish bakeries, especially in New York. I’ve made it from scratch a couple times now and it really is easier than it looks. But, for this recipe we are keeping it super duper easy by using… Pizza Dough! That’s right, the stuff from the refrigerator section of the grocery store is going to transform into a stunning baked good. Just trust the process!

Start out by unrolling the dough and spreading a full jar of nutella across the top. Sprinkle on a handful of mini chocolate chips then roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Pop the roll in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up a bit, then slice it down the middle lengthwise. Next, you will cross one half over the other and repeat to form a twist. Gently set the twisted dough into a parchment lined bread pan and bake for about 30 minutes.

An easy sugar glaze is brushed over the baked babka for a beautiful gloss. Let that glaze set and then it’s time to dig in! Babka can just as easily be served as a sweet breakfast treat as a dessert, there’s no wrong time for a treat this delicious. Give this shortcut version a try and I know you’re going to love it!