This recipe introduces a sublime twist to the traditional brioche by incorporating yogurt into the dough, resulting in a marvelously soft and fluffy texture. Whether you choose to fill these delightful swirls with rich chocolate spread, fruity jam, or simply dust them with powdered sugar, they offer a customizable treat that’s bound to satisfy any palate. The aroma of freshly baked brioche, enhanced with a hint of rum, makes these swirls a true sensory delight.
Why You’ll Love This:
The addition of yogurt not only enriches the flavor of these brioche swirls but also ensures they stay moist and tender for days. The versatility of the filling options allows you to cater to different tastes or use up whatever you have on hand. Moreover, the process of shaping the dough into swirls adds a playful element to your baking, making this recipe both fun to prepare and eat. Each bite is a perfect blend of sweetness and soft, doughy texture.
Perfect Occasion:
These yogurt swirl brioches are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack any time of the day. They are particularly fitting for special occasions like Mother’s Day, Easter, or Christmas morning. Serve them at a family gathering, or pack them for a picnic—they are sure to be a hit in any setting.
Decoration Tips:
For an elegant presentation, serve these brioches fresh out of the oven, lightly dusted with powdered sugar. If you’ve opted for fillings, you might drizzle a little glaze on top corresponding to the flavor—chocolate for Nutella-filled swirls or a fruit-flavored glaze for jam-filled ones. Garnishing with a few edible flowers or mint leaves can also add a touch of sophistication.
Ingredients:
- 200 g strong flour
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- Half a cube of fresh yeast
- 125 g full-fat yogurt
- 200 ml water
- 50 g butter
- 90 g sugar
- A hint of rum flavoring
For the Filling:
- Chocolate spread or jam (as desired)
- Optionally, powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine both flours, yeast, yogurt, water, sugar, and rum flavoring. Mix until everything is well incorporated. Add the butter towards the end and knead until a smooth dough forms. Let the dough rise until it has doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface, cut into strips, and form into swirls. Allow the swirls to rise again for 30 minutes.
- Brush the surface of each swirl with a mixture of egg yolk and a splash of milk.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit) with fan on for about 20 minutes.
- Once baked, fill or top as you like with your choice of chocolate spread, jam, or simply a dusting of powdered sugar.
Enjoy!
