Embark on a delightful baking journey with these Custard-Filled Nastrine Brioches, where soft, fluffy dough meets rich, velvety vanilla custard. Each brioche is lovingly handcrafted to ensure a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making them an exquisite treat for pastry lovers. The dough, enriched with sunflower oil and a touch of sugar, provides a light yet satisfying base, perfectly complementing the creamy sweetness of the custard filling.
Why You'll Love This: These brioches are not only visually appealing with their elegant, ribbon-like shape, but they also offer a sensory explosion with each bite. The contrast between the soft bread and the rich custard is heavenly, while the subtle vanilla flavor elevates the overall taste experience. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, a snack, or a dessert, these brioches are sure to delight anyone looking for a gourmet pastry experience at home.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for brunch gatherings, high tea events, or as a special weekend treat, these nastrine brioches are versatile and perfect for any occasion. Serve them at family gatherings, holiday breakfasts, or simply as a luxurious everyday treat to elevate your morning coffee or tea ritual.
Decoration Tips: For a final touch of elegance, brush each brioche with milk before baking to achieve a golden, glossy finish, and sprinkle with granulated sugar for a slight crunch. Once baked, dust them generously with powdered sugar for a beautiful, snowy appearance that enhances their visual appeal and adds a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- 150 ml of lukewarm milk
- 50 g of sugar
- 5 g of dry yeast
- 40 ml of sunflower oil
- 1 egg
- 360 g of all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
- For the Custard:
- 50 g of sugar
- 30 g of flour
- 2 egg yolks
- 250 ml of milk
- Seeds from one vanilla pod
- For Brushing:
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- For Finishing:
- Granulated sugar
- Powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, combine lukewarm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir well, cover with plastic wrap, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Add oil, egg, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Gradually incorporate sifted flour, kneading until the dough is smooth and homogeneous.
- Cover the dough with a plate and let it rise until doubled in size.
- Make the Custard:
- In a saucepan, warm the milk with the vanilla pod seeds over low heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and flour. Gradually pour this mixture into the warm milk, whisking constantly until the custard thickens.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Shape the Brioches:
- Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
- Spread the custard over three-quarters of the dough and fold in three parts, sealing the edges.
- Cut into 8-10 pieces and twist each piece to form the nastrine shape.
- Bake:
- Place the shaped brioches on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for an additional 20 minutes.
- Brush with milk and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 25 minutes.
- Serve:
- Let the brioches cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Enjoy these luxurious Custard-Filled Nastrine Brioches, a perfect blend of soft brioche and creamy custard, ideal for any pastry enthusiast looking for a touch of elegance in their baking adventures!