Delve into the delightful world of baking with these airy hazelnut brioche rolls. Perfectly soft with a beautifully golden crust, these rolls are filled with a luscious hazelnut mixture, offering a nutty sweetness with every bite. Ideal for breakfast or as a sweet snack, these brioche rolls promise to bring a touch of elegance to your table.
Why You'll Love This: The charm of these hazelnut brioche rolls lies in their perfect balance of fluffy texture and rich, nutty filling. Each roll is a testament to the classic brioche dough's lightness, enhanced by the sweet and creamy hazelnut spread within. This recipe offers a wonderful introduction to homemade bread-making, providing a rewarding and delicious outcome that's well worth the effort.
Perfect Occasion: These hazelnut brioche rolls are a fantastic choice for leisurely weekend breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or as an afternoon treat with tea or coffee. They are also a splendid addition to holiday breakfast tables or special occasions where you want to impress your guests with something sweet and homemade.
Decoration Tips: To elevate the presentation of these brioche rolls, serve them on a chic platter, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a few whole hazelnuts for an added touch of sophistication. For a festive occasion, pair them with fresh berries or a light glaze to make them even more irresistible.
Ingredients:
For the Brioche Dough:
- 250g all-purpose flour
- 40g sugar
- 7g dry yeast
- Pinch of salt
- 150ml lukewarm milk
- 50g butter, melted
- 1 egg
For the Hazelnut Filling:
- 100g ground hazelnuts
- 50g sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 egg white
For the Egg Wash:
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
For Sprinkling:
- Coarsely chopped hazelnuts
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add lukewarm milk, melted butter, and egg, kneading into a smooth dough. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until doubled in size.
- For the filling, mix ground hazelnuts, sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and egg white until smooth.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle (0.5 cm thick). Spread the hazelnut filling evenly across the dough, roll into a log, and slice into 8-10 pieces. Slightly flatten each piece.
- Prepare the egg wash by mixing the egg yolk and milk. Brush over the rolls and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Arrange the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allow to rise for an additional 15 minutes, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Let the rolls cool on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy! These exquisite hazelnut brioche rolls are not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making them the perfect addition to any culinary occasion.