babka

[ bahb-kuh ]

noun

1. a sweet, spongy yeast cake with raisins, traditionally made in the form of a high cylinder, either solid or with a hole, often glazed, and sometimes flavored with rum.

Word History and Origins

Origin of babka¹

< Polish, diminutive of baba baba

Example Sentences

I had no expectations that babka or yeast-raised sandwich loaf would do well, but I skipped their final rises and popped them into a cold oven, baking the loaves to an internal temperature of 190°F. All was well in both cases, and this method trims about 25 minutes off the process.

From Seattle Times

“I feel like we’re in the middle of a babka renaissance this year, as it’s having a moment,” he says.

From Washington Times

“We’ve been seeing some really fun twists on it to make it a little more creative and fun. Breads Bakery is one of my favorites, they are doing this gorgeous apple and honey babka.”

From Washington Times

Ariel says desserts like babka and cheesecake are popular too.

From Washington Times

In February 2021, friends who attended Hunter College High School with the justice in the 1970s wanted to send her a "care package" of a range of inexpensive items, including bagels, lox, babka and chocolates.

From Salon