Carrot Chocolate Brioche Bread Recipe

Carrot and Chocolate Brioche Bread Recipe

Category: Yeast Breads
Serves: 8

A delightful twist on traditional brioche, this Carrot and Chocolate Brioche combines the natural sweetness and moisture of grated carrots with rich, dark chocolate chunks. Soft, fluffy, and slightly indulgent, it makes for the perfect breakfast or afternoon snack. The deep flavors meld together beautifully in this soft, pillowy bread that’s wonderfully easy to make. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, you’ll love how simple and satisfying this recipe is. Let’s dive into this tasty creation!

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chocolate:
   Start by chopping the dark chocolate into small pieces, aiming for around 120g. This will give your brioche the perfect touch of rich chocolate throughout.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the all-purpose flour and sugar. Attach the paddle attachment to your stand mixer.

3. Incorporate the Eggs:
   Start mixing on low speed and gradually add the eggs one by one. Let each egg incorporate fully before adding the next one. This ensures the batter becomes smooth and consistent.

4. Add the Carrots:
   Once the eggs are well incorporated, add the finely grated carrots. This will introduce moisture and sweetness to your dough.

5. Add the Salt:
   Sprinkle in the salt to help bring out the flavors. Continue mixing until the dough begins to come together.

6. Add the Butter:
   Add the butter in small chunks. Wait until the first batch of butter is fully incorporated before adding more. It’s crucial that the dough remains well-formed, so ensure each addition is fully blended into the mixture.

7. Knead the Dough:
   Keep mixing the dough on medium speed until it is smooth and well-bound. The dough should start to “incorporate” or “bind,” meaning it will start pulling away from the sides of the bowl.

8. Add the Chocolate:
   Gently fold in the chopped chocolate pieces using a spatula or the mixer on low speed. This step should be done just before the dough finishes coming together, ensuring the chocolate is distributed evenly.

9. Shape the Dough:
   Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly floured surface. Using a bench scraper (or your hands), shape the dough into a smooth ball, also known as “pirlotto.”

10. First Rise:
    Place the shaped dough into a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise for approximately 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.

11. Shape the Loaf:
    Once the dough has doubled in size, gently punch it down and transfer it back to a lightly floured surface. Give it some folds by bringing the outer edges inward, shaping it into a long log shape.

12. Prepare the Pan:
    Grease a loaf pan (approximately 25×10 cm) with butter. Place your shaped dough into the prepared pan, pressing it gently to fit.

13. Second Rise:
    Cover the loaf and let it rise again for about 30 minutes, allowing it to puff up slightly.

14. Glaze the Loaf:
    Once the dough has risen, brush the surface with fresh cream to give it a nice golden, glossy finish during baking.

15. Bake the Brioche:
    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) in static mode. Bake the bread for about 40 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

16. Cool and Serve:
    Once baked, remove the brioche from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before turning it out of the pan. Let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Enjoy the subtle sweetness of the carrots paired with the luxurious dark chocolate in this soft and fluffy brioche bread! Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon tea, or even a casual dessert, it’s bound to become a family favorite.