This Classic Brioche is soft, rich, and buttery, making it the perfect indulgent treat for breakfast or a special snack. Filled with smooth pastry cream and sprinkled with chocolate chips, this brioche is rolled and baked to golden perfection. Each bite offers a delicate balance of fluffy bread, creamy filling, and sweet chocolate. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this brioche is sure to become a favorite for anyone who loves the combination of soft bread and decadent filling.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this brioche recipe for its light and tender texture, paired with the richness of buttery dough and the sweetness of pastry cream and chocolate chips. The dough is easy to work with, making it ideal for both experienced bakers and beginners. The addition of pastry cream elevates this brioche to a new level of indulgence, while the chocolate chips add a delightful surprise in every bite. Perfect for special occasions, this brioche is also versatile—you can enjoy it plain or with various fillings.
Perfect Occasion
This brioche is perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, as well as an elegant dessert. It’s an excellent choice for holiday gatherings, family celebrations, or weekend baking projects. The buttery richness of the brioche, combined with the creamy filling, makes it an ideal treat for entertaining guests. You can also serve it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon snack.
Decoration Tips
For a beautiful presentation, brush the brioche with a light sugar syrup or apricot glaze after baking to give it a shiny finish. You can also dust it with powdered sugar for a more classic look. If you want to add a festive touch, sprinkle some chopped nuts or extra chocolate chips on top before baking. You could even drizzle melted chocolate over the baked brioche for an extra indulgent finish.
Ingredients:
For the Brioche Dough:
- 500 g all-purpose flour (T45)
- 200 ml milk
- 80 g softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 60 g sugar
- 8 g dry active yeast
- 3 g salt
Filling:
- Pastry cream
- Chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add the eggs and gradually pour in the warm milk while mixing on low speed. Knead for 2-3 minutes until the dough begins to form.
- Incorporate the Butter: Add the softened butter to the dough and continue kneading on medium speed for 5 minutes, followed by 5 minutes at a higher speed. The dough should be smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise at room temperature for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: While the dough is rising, prepare your pastry cream and let it cool. Once the dough has risen, punch it down (dégazer) to release the air.
- Assemble the Brioche: Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread the pastry cream evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the chocolate chips on top.
- Shape the Brioche: Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut it into slices about 3-4 cm thick. Place the slices in a greased and lined baking pan, leaving space between each roll.
- Second Rise: Cover the pan and let the dough rise again for about 1 hour until the rolls have puffed up.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the brioche for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown. If using a larger pan, bake at 175°C for 35-40 minutes, depending on your oven.
- Finishing Touch: Once baked, brush the brioche with a sugar syrup or apricot glaze for a shiny finish.
Enjoy this Classic Brioche with Pastry Cream and Chocolate Chips, a perfect combination of buttery dough, sweet cream, and chocolate!