Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Bread

There’s nothing quite as comforting as the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through your kitchen, and this Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Bread will take that experience to the next level. The brioche dough is soft, buttery, and slightly sweet, which perfectly complements the melty pockets of chocolate throughout.

Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Bread

This recipe for braided chocolate chip brioche is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a holiday or just looking for something indulgent. Now let me share the ingredients and instructions for you to make this recipe

Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Bread

Recipe by Chef Sadat KhizarCourse: Breakfast, DessertCuisine: French, AmericanDifficulty: Medium

Servings

10

servings

Prep time

1

hour 

30

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Bread will take that experience to the next level

Ingredients

• 3 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast

• 1/2 cup warm milk

• 1/4 cup warm water

• 4 large eggs, at room temperature

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

• Prepare the Dough
• Knead the Dough
• Let the Dough Rise
• Shape the Bread
• Let the Braided Loaf Rise
• Preheat the Oven
• Brush with Egg Wash
• Bake the Bread
• Cool and Serve

Recipe Video

Notes

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Directions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a small bowl, combine warm milk, warm water, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center, and pour in the yeast mixture, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until the dough comes together.
2. Knead the Dough:
   • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
   • Add the softened butter in small pieces, kneading it into the dough gradually until fully incorporated. Continue kneading until the dough is soft, shiny, and elastic.
3. Let the Dough Rise:
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Bread:
   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and divide it into three equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope.
   • Evenly sprinkle the chocolate chips onto one of the dough ropes. Place the chocolate chip-covered rope next to the other two ropes and braid them together, pinching the ends to seal.
5. Let the Braided Loaf Rise:
   • Place the braided dough on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover it loosely with a cloth and allow it to rise for another 30-45 minutes, until it has puffed up.
6. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Brush with Egg Wash:
   • Once the dough has risen, brush the top of the braid with the egg wash (the beaten egg with water). This will give the bread a golden, glossy finish when baked.
8. Bake the Bread:
   • Bake the braided bread in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. You can test the bread by tapping the bottom—it should sound hollow when done.
9. Cool and Serve:
   • Let the bread cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes before slicing. The chocolate will be melty inside, creating a beautiful swirl of chocolate throughout each slice.

Conclusion

This Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Bread is the perfect blend of richness and sweetness, with the luxurious texture of homemade brioche and the delightful indulgence of chocolate chips. Whether you’re enjoying it with a cup of coffee in the morning or as an after-dinner treat, it’s sure to become a favorite.