Chocolate Chip Vanilla Custard Brioches
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chocolate Chip Vanilla Custard Brioches—an exquisite treat perfect for breakfast or brunch! These soft, fluffy pastries feature a rich vanilla custard center studded with mini chocolate chips, creating a taste sensation that everyone will adore. The aroma wafting from your kitchen as they bake is simply irresistible, making them a family favorite for lazy weekends and special occasions alike. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this easy recipe invites everyone to get involved in the fun of baking together. With make-ahead convenience and endless variations to explore, these brioches will quickly become a cherished addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 cups + 1 tablespoon (250g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (30g) sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 10g fresh yeast, crumbled
- 3 large eggs (150g), beaten
- 2/3 cup (165g) unsalted butter, softened and diced
- 1 cup + 2 teaspoons (25 cl) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 vanilla pod
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
- 3 tablespoons (20g) cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (120g) mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 ml) water
- 1 large egg + 1 yolk, beaten
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, mix flour, sugar, salt, and crumbled yeast. Add beaten eggs and knead until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate softened butter and knead until dense and slightly sticky.
- Cover the dough and let it rise for about 2 hours until doubled.
- Prepare the custard by heating milk and butter with a vanilla pod. Whisk egg yolks with sugar, cornstarch, and flour; combine with hot milk mixture and cook until thickened.
- Cool the custard, then roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread custard and sprinkle chocolate chips on half; fold over.
- Cut into rectangles, place on a lined baking sheet, and let rise again for 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Brush with egg wash and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare sugar syrup by boiling water with sugar until dissolved; brush on warm brioches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brioche (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg