The chocolate chip brioche bread with the bread machine is one of those recipes that surprises with its simplicity and final result.
It arises from the need to obtain a soft and well-structured leavened dessert, without kneading by hand and without managing long leavening times, making the most of the Sweet program of the Cecotec Bread&Co 1000 bread machine.
The result is a soft, fragrant brioche perfect for slicing, with a fine and regular crumb and well-distributed chocolate chips that remain intact even after baking.
It is ideal for breakfast, to be enjoyed plain or slightly toasted, but it is also great for freezing in slices to have it ready at all times.
This recipe has been specifically calibrated to prevent the dough from rising beyond the edge of the baking pan, ensuring even baking even on the top.
The choice of doses, type of yeast, and medium baking allows for a balanced dessert, not dry and not overly sweet.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: About 10 slices
- Cooking methods: Bread Machine
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for chocolate chip brioche bread with the bread machine:
- 1 cup milk at room temperature
- 1 medium whole egg
- 1 medium yolk
- 1/4 cup soft butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 1/3 cups Manitoba flour
- 1 tbsp dry brewer's yeast
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 4 1/4 oz dark chocolate chips (cold from fridge or freezer)
Tools for chocolate chip brioche bread with the bread machine:
- 1 Bread Machine Cecotec
Steps for preparing chocolate chip brioche bread with the bread machine:
Pour the milk, the whole egg, and the yolk into the bread machine’s basket.
Add the soft butter in pieces and the sugar.
Add the flour, distributing it evenly.
Add the dry brewer’s yeast and, only at the end, the salt in a corner of the basket.Insert the basket into the bread machine and select the Sweet program 8.
Set the baking on medium and start the program.
After 15 minutes of kneading, when the dough is already formed and not warm to the touch, add the well-chilled chocolate chips from the refrigerator or freezer; adding the cold chocolate chips prevents them from melting during baking.
Close the lid and let the machine work until the end of the program.At the end of the baking, remove the brioche from the basket and let it cool completely on a rack before slicing it.
If desired, once cooled, sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Notes
“The Sweet program of the bread machine does not equal traditional leavening: it works in a closed and warm environment, allowing the dough to rise and bake in the same cycle.”
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use warm milk?
It is better to use milk at room temperature to avoid too rapid leavening and to keep the chocolate chips well defined.
Does the Sweet program use brewer’s yeast?
Yes, the Sweet program is designed for sweet leavened doughs with brewer’s yeast, like brioche and sweet breads, unlike the cake program which only uses baking powder.
How is it stored?
It stays soft for 2–3 days at room temperature, well sealed.
It can be sliced and frozen.
