Small Babas with Exotic Fruits Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1/4 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup rum
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup mixed exotic fruits, chopped (pineapple, kiwi, mango)
• Whipped cream for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, warm milk, warm water, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and salt until well combined.
2. Knead the dough on a floured surface until it forms a smooth ball. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Grease a muffin tin and set aside.
4. Divide the dough into 12 pieces and shape each one into a ball. Place the dough balls into the greased muffin tin.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
6. In a small saucepan, combine rum, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil and let it simmer until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture thickens slightly.
7. Add the chopped exotic fruits to the rum syrup and let it soak for 10-15 minutes.
8. Serve the small babas topped with the rum-soaked fruit and a dollop of whipped cream.

Verdict:

These small babas with exotic fruits are a delicious and sophisticated dessert. The sweet and tender dough pairs perfectly with the fresh and juicy fruits soaked in rum syrup. It’s a great dessert for parties or special occasions.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these small babas with a cup of coffee or tea as a sweet treat after a dinner party. You can also top the babas with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce for extra decadence.