Description
A rich and indulgent brioche bread filled with gooey chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened and cut into pieces
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add warm milk and eggs, mixing on low then medium speed. Knead for 4-5 minutes, add softened butter gradually, knead for 8-10 minutes until glossy.
- First Rise: Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Chill the Dough: Punch down the dough, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Add the Chocolate Chips: Turn out the chilled dough, flatten it and sprinkle the chocolate chips. Gently knead to distribute.
- Shape the Bread: Divide into three pieces, roll each into ropes, braid them together, and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Second Rise: Cover soft dough and let rise for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Egg Wash & Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix egg yolk and milk, brush the mixture on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool & Serve: Cool the bread for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Great for breakfast or dessert; serve warm or toasted. Can freeze leftover bread for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg