Chocolate Brioche Buns
Delightful chocolate brioche buns that combine the richness of chocolate with the softness of brioche bread, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 3/4 cup milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks Use high quality for best flavor.
For Caramelized Crust
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- In another bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, and eggs.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
- Incorporate dark chocolate chunks into the dough.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1-2 hours.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Shape the dough into buns or braids and place them on a baking sheet.
- Let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Sprinkle sugar on top for a caramelized crust.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store any leftover Chocolate Brioche Buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for longer storage. Wrap the buns well in plastic wrap or foil and place them in a freezer bag. They will keep well in the freezer for up to a month. To enjoy, simply thaw and reheat them in the oven for a few minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g
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