These brioche buns are a delightful fusion of soft, buttery dough and rich chocolate. Made with a combination of all-purpose flour, sugar, and yeast, these buns are infused with the richness of milk, egg, and softened butter, creating a tender and flavorful bread. Each bun is filled with a generous amount of chopped chocolate, offering a surprise burst of sweetness in every bite. After a double rise to ensure their fluffiness, the buns are brushed with an egg yolk and milk mixture, then baked to a golden brown. Once cooled, they’re dusted with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Soft and Fluffy Texture: The brioche dough is light and airy, perfect for the chocolate filling.
- Chocolate Surprise: Each bun contains a generous amount of chocolate, making them irresistible.
- Versatile: Ideal for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert.
- Easy to Make: Simple steps and common ingredients make these buns a joy to prepare.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Loved by both kids and adults, these buns are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients:
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 40 g sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 7 g dry yeast
- 120 ml warm milk
- 1 egg
- 60 g softened butter
- 100 g chopped chocolate (dark or choice)
- 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tbsp milk (for brushing)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions:
- Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let foam.
- Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
- Mix in yeast mixture and egg.
- Add softened butter and knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.
- Let dough rise covered in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled.
- Knead briefly, divide, shape into ovals, fill with chocolate, and roll up. Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Let rise again for 30-45 minutes and brush with egg yolk mixture.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Cool and dust with powdered sugar.
Enjoy these delightful Chocolate Brioche Buns, a perfect treat for any time of the day! 😊🍫🍞✨
