brief description including Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Brioche Buns
Author:Maya Rowan
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:3 hours
Yield:8 buns 1x
Category:Baked Goods
Method:Baking
Cuisine:French
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups frozen raspberries
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 cup full fat milk
2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
1/4 cup brown sugar
4 cups plain white flour
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup butter (at room temperature)
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup small dark chocolate chips
1 egg (for wash)
1 tablespoon milk (for wash)
Instructions
Prepare the Raspberry Puree In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of frozen raspberries, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 cup of water. Heat over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil, allowing the sugar to melt and the raspberries to soften, about 5 minutes. Blend until smooth, then strain through a sieve to remove seeds. Cool the puree to room temperature.
Activate the Yeast Gently warm 1 cup of full-fat milk in a saucepan until it's warm to the touch but not hot. Remove from heat and whisk in 1/4 cup of brown sugar and 2 teaspoons of instant dry yeast. Let this mixture stand for 10-15 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Combine Dry Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, sift together 4 cups of plain white flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and the remaining 1/4 cup of brown sugar. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture along with 2 beaten eggs. Using a wooden spoon, gently mix until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the Dough Transfer the sticky dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Gradually incorporate 1/2 cup of room temperature butter, kneading until fully incorporated. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it proof for 1 hour.
First Proofing Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release excess air. Fold it over a few times, then cover it again and allow it to proof for an additional hour.
Shape the Buns Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rectangle about 8x4 inches. Spread a generous layer of raspberry puree and a handful of small dark chocolate chips on each rectangle. Roll the dough tightly into a log, cut it in half lengthwise, twist the halves together, and form into a round shape.
Second Proofing and Egg Wash Place the shaped buns on a lined baking tray, leaving space for rising. Cover them with a cloth and let them proof for another hour. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Just before baking, brush each bun with an egg wash made of 1 beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of milk.
Bake the Buns Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Notes
Store the baked buns at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
For longer freshness, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to a week.
Freeze unbaked shaped buns on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.