The whole wheat brioche rolls are a soft and light delight, perfect for a wholesome breakfast or a tasty snack. Made with whole wheat flour, kefir or yogurt, and without butter, these rolls offer a healthier alternative to the traditional recipe while still maintaining an irresistible taste.
The final touch? A generous addition of chocolate chips, making each bite even more indulgent.
The butter-free brioche dough is easy to work with and ensures a soft and fragrant texture. Using kefir or yogurt not only substitutes butter but also makes the dessert easier to digest, thanks to its natural cultures.
Moreover, the whole wheat flour adds fiber and a slightly rustic flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the chocolate.
This recipe is ideal for those looking for a more balanced option, without giving up the pleasure of a homemade treat.
The chocolate chip brioche rolls can be prepared in advance and stored for a few days, maintaining their softness. Perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee, they are the right choice for those who want to start the day energetically or indulge in a sweet moment without guilt.
Discover how to make them with few ingredients and the right method: the result will be a soft and fragrant dough, with natural sweetness and an irresistible aroma.
A simple yet flavorful recipe, perfect for the whole family!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Rest time: 3 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 260 ml kefir or yogurt
- 4 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 eggs
- 10 g active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 70 ml water
- zest of one lemon
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- spreadable cream to taste
Tools
- oven
- chocolate chips
- caputo whole wheat flour
Steps
Here’s the procedure:
Place the flour with sugar in a bowl and add the kefir (or yogurt) and the lemon zest
Mix well
Add the beaten eggs and mix together.
In another small bowl, dissolve the yeast with water and add it to the mixture.
Knead for a few minutes until you have a soft and combined dough.
Add the chocolate chips and let rise in the turned-off oven with the light on for a couple of hours.
Roll out the risen dough to form a rectangle
You can leave the dough plain like this or spread hazelnut cream on it. Cut strips about 1.2 inches wide and roll them up.
Let rise for an hour, covered
Brush with milk and bake in a fan oven at 356°F for 18/20 minutes
Enjoy your meal!
