Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche Recipe
A soft, bakery-quality loaf braided to perfection and studded with rich chocolate chips. This braided chocolate chip brioche recipe results in a tender crumb, a golden crust, and a sweet flavor that’s irresistible from the first slice to the last.
Ingredients
- 3½ cups bread flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk about 110°F
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 2 large eggs plus 1 additional egg for egg wash
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
(Optional) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
(Optional) 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Activate yeast by mixing warm milk with sugar and sprinkling yeast on top. Let it foam for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, butter, and 2 eggs. Knead until smooth.
- Gently knead in chocolate chips.
- Let dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled (about 1–2 hours).
- Divide dough into three ropes and braid.
- Let the braided loaf rise again for 30–45 minutes.
- Apply egg wash and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.
Notes
Ensure your yeast is fresh and milk temperature is around 110°F. Knead thoroughly for the best texture.