Baba Au Rhum Recipe

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@angusbarn

Aug 28 2025

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2h

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Serves 8

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Recipe information

Make Baba Au Rhum in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Baba au rhum Directions

1. Prepare the dough

In a small bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. Mix ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the foamy yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until a smooth dough forms.

3. First rise

Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

4. Preheat oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

5. Shape the babas

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them into greased baba molds or a muffin tin.

6. Second rise

Cover the molds and let the dough rise again for about 30 minutes.

7. Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Prepare the rum syrup

In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in the dark rum.

9. Soak the babas

Once the babas are baked, let them cool slightly. Then, soak them in the warm rum syrup for about 5 minutes, ensuring they absorb enough syrup.

10. Serve

Serve the babas warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or fruits.