Yields 12 delightfully soft and chocolate-rich buns
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 250 ml milk, warmed to a gentle heat
- 100 g unsalted butter, to be melted
- 80 g sugar (about 1/2 cup), for a touch of sweetness
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, for a fragrant depth of flavor
- 20 g fresh yeast, the secret to a perfect rise
- 500-550 g all-purpose flour (4 cups), more as needed for a tender dough
- 1 medium egg, for richness and structure
- A pinch of salt, to balance the flavors
For the Filling and Topping:
- Generous dollops of spreadable chocolate, for a luscious center
- Melted butter for a golden, buttery finish
- A dusting of powdered sugar for a delicate, sweet topping
Instructions:
- Begin by warming milk and melting butter together, then cool to a lukewarm temperature to awaken the yeast.
- In a large bowl, whisk the fresh yeast into the milk mixture, then stir in sugar and vanilla, creating a sweet, aromatic base.
- Introduce the egg, blending until fully incorporated, then gradually mix in the flour and salt to form a smooth, pliable dough.
- Allow the dough to rise under a warm embrace until it doubles, revealing its airy potential.
- After the rise, shape the dough on a floured surface into 12 portions, crafting each into a perfect canvas for the chocolate.
- Envelop a spoonful of rich chocolate spread within each dough disc, sealing it with a tender touch.
- Arrange the buns seam-side down, offering them time to puff up once more in their cozy mold.
- Anoint each bun with melted butter before baking, then watch as they transform into golden treasures.
- Bake to perfection, then let the buns rest, cloaked, to maintain their soft caress.
- Crown each bun with a snowy sprinkle of powdered sugar, the final flourish to this confectionary delight.
To Serve:
- Present these warm, chocolate-filled sweet buns as a luxurious treat, perfect for savoring with coffee or tea, and watch as they disappear, leaving behind smiles and a lingering desire for just one more.
