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Buttery swirled brioche bread with Nutella ribbons fresh from the oven

Buttery Swirled Brioche Bread with Creamy Nutella Ribbons

This buttery swirled brioche bread with creamy Nutella ribbons is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, enveloping you in warm, chocolatey goodness.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Filling
  • 1 cup Nutella Adjust quantity according to taste

Method
 

Activate the Yeast
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it’s frothy.
Mix the Ingredients
  1. In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs and add the melted butter. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix well.
  2. Slowly sift in the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
Knead and Rise
  1. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
  2. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Roll It Out
  1. Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
  2. Roll it into a rectangle, about 12x18 inches, and spread Nutella over the dough, leaving a small border.
Swirl and Shape
  1. Starting from one long end, tightly roll the dough into a log and pinch the seams to seal.
  2. Twist and fold it to create a swirl.
Bake
  1. Place the twisted log into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Once risen, bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let it cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve.

Notes

For extra Nutella indulgence, feel free to add more. To speed up the rising process, place the covered dough in a slightly warm oven. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.