Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche – Soft and Indulgent

Activate the yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let rest for 10 min until frothy.

Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, add flour, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix until a homogeneous dough forms.

Incorporate butter: Add soft butter little by little while kneading for 8-10 min, until smooth and pliable.

Add chocolate chips: Gently incorporate the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly.

Let rise: Cover and let rise for 1h30 in a warm place, until doubled in size.

Divide the dough: Punch down the dough, divide into 3 equal portions, and shape each into a log.

Braid the brioche: Braid the 3 strands together. Place the braided brioche in a buttered loaf pan or on a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Let rest again: Cover and let rise for another 30 min.

Glaze the brioche: Preheat oven to 180°C. Brush the brioche with a mixture of egg yolk and milk.

Bake: Bake for 22-25 min until golden brown and hollow when tapped. For extra softness, place a bowl of water in the oven.

Cool: Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.