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Chocolate Hazelnut Swirl Celebration Bread

A delightful, fluffy bread swirled with rich chocolate hazelnut spread, perfect for any family gathering or cozy evening.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup warm milk Can be substituted with almond or coconut milk for dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs Can be replaced with banana or unsweetened applesauce.
For the filling
  • 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread Can be substituted with sunflower seed butter for nut allergies.
  • 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
  2. Add the warm milk and melted butter along with the eggs. Mix until it forms a dough.
Knead the Dough
  1. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
  1. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour or until it has doubled in size.
Prepare Filling
  1. While the dough is rising, chop the hazelnuts and set them aside.
Shape the Dough
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and roll it out into a rectangle.
  2. Spread the chocolate hazelnut spread evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts on top of the spread.
Roll and Cut
  1. Roll the dough tightly from the long side to form a log.
  2. Cut the log in half lengthwise to reveal the layers.
  3. Twist the two halves together to form a braided shape.
Second Rise
  1. Place the braided dough in a greased loaf pan, cover it, and allow it to rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat and Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool Down
  1. Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For longer storage, wrap the bread tightly in foil and freeze it. It can last up to 2 months in the freezer. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes to restore freshness.