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Chocolate Chip Vanilla Custard Brioches

Delicious soft and fluffy brioches filled with rich chocolate and creamy vanilla custard, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 500 g all-purpose flour Ensure it's finely sifted.
  • 75 g sugar
  • 10 g salt
  • 10 g active dry yeast Make sure it's fresh.
  • 200 ml milk Should be warm for yeast activation.
  • 4 pieces eggs Use large eggs.
  • 100 g unsalted butter Softened.
Filling
  • 200 g chocolate chips Use quality chocolate for best flavor.
  • 250 ml vanilla custard Store-bought or homemade.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk with the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
  3. Add the frothy yeast mixture, eggs, and softened butter to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough begins to form.
  4. Knead by hand for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Shaping the Brioches
  1. Once risen, punch down the dough gently and shape it into small balls.
  2. Flatten each ball slightly and place a spoonful of vanilla custard and a few chocolate chips in the center before sealing the dough around the filling.
  3. Place the filled brioche on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, cover them again, and allow to rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Bake the brioches for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. If they become too brown, cover them with aluminum foil halfway through baking.
  3. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover brioches in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days, or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the microwave or toast lightly in the oven to enjoy.