Indulge in these luscious Chocolate Custard Brioches, featuring a soft, fluffy brioche filled with creamy vanilla custard and chocolate chips, perfect for any dessert lover.
Author:Caroline Jones
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 45 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:French
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour (soft brioche base)
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (perfect fluffy rise)
1/4 cup sugar (sweet dough balance)
1/2 tsp salt (flavor enhancer)
3 large eggs (rich dough texture)
1/2 cup warm milk (soft fluffy consistency)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (buttery richness)
1 tsp vanilla extract (aromatic vanilla boost)
2 cups milk (creamy custard base)
1/2 cup sugar (sweet creamy flavor)
3 egg yolks (rich custard texture)
1/4 cup cornstarch (thick custard consistency)
1 tsp vanilla extract (classic vanilla flavor)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (gooey chocolate bites)
1 egg (egg wash for golden shine)
Extra chocolate chips (bakery-style topping)
Instructions
Prepare the Brioche Dough: Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt, then add eggs and warm milk to create a soft brioche dough and bakery-style texture. Knead in butter until smooth for a rich buttery dough and perfect fluffy rise.
Let It Rise: Cover and let the dough rise until doubled in size for a light airy brioche and easy homemade bread. This step ensures a soft pillowy texture and best bakery results.
Make the Vanilla Custard: Heat milk, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch, then combine and cook until thick for a creamy vanilla custard and smooth dessert filling. Stir in vanilla and fold in chocolate chips for a gooey chocolate custard and ultimate sweet treat.
Fill and Shape: Roll out dough, fill with custard, and shape into small brioches for a stuffed brioche dream and bakery-style pastry. Let them rest briefly for a perfect rise finish and soft fluffy bake.
Bake to Golden Perfection: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle chocolate chips, and bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown for a glossy golden brioche and irresistible sweet pastry. Cool slightly and enjoy that creamy chocolate center and next-level dessert vibe.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for varied flavor profiles.
These brioches can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.