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Brioche Chocolate Hot Cross Buns

Brioche Chocolate Hot Cross Buns for an Easter Treat Burst

Enjoy these delightful Brioche Chocolate Hot Cross Buns, perfect for Easter brunch or any festive occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 buns
Course: Baking
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk can be swapped with non-dairy milk for vegan option
  • 1 Egg use a flax egg for vegan-friendly buns
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar brown sugar can also work as a flavor substitute
  • 2 tsp Active Dry Yeast if using instant yeast, use only 1 tsp
  • 3 1/4 cups Bread Flour all-purpose flour is an option but may alter texture
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa may also be used
  • 1 tsp Salt enhances flavor
  • 4 Tbsp Butter can use margarine or dairy-free alternatives
  • 4.5 oz Chopped Chocolate / Chocolate Chips opt for white chocolate for a different twist
For Chocolate Crosses
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp Flour needed for the piped crosses
  • 1 tsp Cocoa Powder adds an extra chocolatey touch
  • 2 Tbsp Water to create a smooth piping mixture
For Glaze
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar adjust for desired sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Water helps create a syrup to brush on

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking Dish
  • piping bag

Method
 

How to Make Brioche Chocolate Hot Cross Buns
  1. Whisk Together: In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, egg, and white sugar. Stir in the active dry yeast and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer, blend the bread flour, cocoa powder, the remaining sugar, and salt.
  3. Combine: Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough begins to form. Add the softened butter and knead until smooth.
  4. Add Chocolate: Gently knead in the chopped chocolate until evenly distributed. Shape the dough into a ball and let it rise.
  5. Shape the Buns: After rising, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 portions. Shape into balls and place in a greased baking dish.
  6. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F. Mix together the ingredients for the chocolate crosses.
  7. Bake: Place the buns in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with sugar glaze immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy these heavenly Brioche Chocolate Hot Cross Buns warm or toasted for an extra indulgent treat.

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