Elderflower Vodka Babas

A British twist on a French classic featuring yeast cakes drenched in elderflower vodka and orange juice.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 891.2 kcals 1782.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 115.3 grams 230.5 grams
Fat 38.4 grams 76.8 grams
Protein 21.1 grams 42.1 grams
Cook Time
12 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
7
g
Dried Yeast
easy-blend sachet
Dairy
3
piece
Eggs
large, free-range, lightly whisked
75
g
Butter
softened and cut into cubes
Fruits
0.5
piece
Orange
juice only
100
g
1
piece
Lemon
zest only, grated
GrainsCereals
Liquids
1
to taste
NutsSeeds
0.5
tsp
Sea Salt
flakes

Steps

  • Mix the flour, sugar, and salt thoroughly in a bowl before stirring in the yeast.
  • Warm the orange juice slightly in a small saucepan.
  • Stir the whisked eggs into the flour mixture while alternating with the warm juice and butter.
  • Mix the raisins into the batter until a smooth dough forms.
  • Spoon the mixture into two greased 11cm baba tins.
  • Cover with a towel and leave in a warm place for one hour to double in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the babas are golden-brown.
  • Remove the cakes from the oven and cool them on a wire rack.
  • Place the babas in a jar and drizzle with elderflower vodka and lemon zest to serve.