Description
This braided chocolate chip brioche recipe is a breakfast favorite! With its buttery dough and sweet chocolate chips, this loaf is perfect for special mornings or weekend brunches. Easy to prepare with step-by-step instructions, it’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
Use a clean and organized list for ingredients. For example:
- For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Add-Ins:
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or dark)
Instructions
Instructions:
Break down the steps clearly and concisely. For example:
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Prepare the Dough: In a stand mixer, combine the yeast mixture, eggs, softened butter, and dry ingredients. Knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently knead in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- First Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Shape and Braid: Divide the dough into three equal parts, roll into ropes, and braid them together. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Second Rise: Cover and let the braided dough rise for another 45 minutes.
- Bake: Brush with an egg wash and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brioche cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips. If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time. The dough can also be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated for a slow fermentation process, which enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the loaf)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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