Chocolate Babka

Directions

1. 1
   In measuring cup mix hot water, yeast and 1/2 tsp. sugar
2. 2
   In food processor add flour,sugar, salt, eggs and butter to food processor bowl Add yeast mixture when it begins to foam. Turn on processor, add hot tap water until dough forms a ball around the blades(1/2 to 1 cup approx) (if machine slows down add more flour
3. 3
   Remove dough and place in greased bowl covered with plastic in a draft free place for one hour.
4. 4
   Mix topping in food processor, remove and leave in a small bowl.
5. 5
   Mix chocolate filling in food processor (break up chocolate squares)
6. 6
   Divide dough in two.
7. 7
   Roll out first ball of dough to approx 8 x 10 rectangle.
8. 8
   Spread half of the chocolate on dough leaving a half inch boarder. Press chocolate mixture into dough. Roll dough pinching edges as you go . Twist the dough 4-5 times bring the two sides into the middle, press and twist again 4-5 times (don`t worry if it splits a little).
9. 9
   Place in a parchment lined 8X4 loaf pan, brush with beaten egg and cover with half of the topping mixture.
10. 10
    Repeat with remaining dough.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise for 1 hour
12. 12
    Bake at 325 for 45 minutes or until brown.
13. 13
    Let cool before removing from pan.
14. 14
    Slice to serve
15. 15
    Freezes well.