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Viennoise au Chocolat (Vienna Bread with Chocolate)
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Viennoise au Chocolat (Vienna Bread with Chocolate)

Viennoise au Chocolat is a soft, enriched bread dough integrated with semi-sweet chocolate chips, offering a tender crumb punctuated by pockets of melted chocolate. The dough's gradual rise creates a delicate texture, and dividing it into smaller or larger loaves adjusts bake time and size for serving. The recipe includes a milk and cream mixture activated with yeast, yielding a rich, slightly sweet bread ideal for breakfast or an indulgent snack.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Rising Time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 8 small loaves (or 4 larger loaves)
Calories: 425 kcal
Course: Breakfast, Bread, Brunch
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup + 2 tablespoons milk
  • ⅓ cup + 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 10 grams active dry yeast 1 tablespoon
  • 75 grams butter melted, ⅓ cup, unsalted
  • 30 grams granulated sugar scant 3 tablespoons
  • 1 egg large
  • 475 grams all-purpose flour scant 4 cups
  • 145 grams chocolate chips semi-sweet, ¾ cup, regular or mini
  • 1 egg large, yolk, beaten with 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

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  1. In a small saucepan over medium-low, heat the milk and cream to 110°F (40°C). Be careful not to overheat it or it will kill the yeast. If you accidentally overheat, let cool to 110°F (40°C). Add the yeast and mix to combine.
  2. In a large bowl whisk together the melted butter and sugar, then beat in the egg and the milk-yeast mixture until smooth. Add the flour in a couple additions, mixing well after each. Knead the dough until it’s completely smooth and soft and all the flour is absorbed.
  3. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise, preferably in a warm spot, for about 1 to 1 ½ hours or until nearly doubled in size.
  4. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the dough and knead the chocolate chips into the dough until they are evenly distributed.
  5. Divide the dough into 4 or 8 equal pieces. It’s easiest to weigh the dough and then divide the weight by the number of pieces you plan to cut, and then cut pieces of that size (if your dough is 970 grams, divide it into four 241 to 242 gram pieces or eight 120 to 121 gram pieces).
  6. Shape the pieces of dough into small oblong loaves with slightly tapered ends. Don’t make the centers too fat or they won’t bake through evenly.
  7. Arrange the mini loaves on a parchment paper lined baking sheet, cover with a towel and let them rise at room temperature for another 30 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 475°F (250°C), with the rack in the center of the oven.
  9. Uncover the loaves, brush the tops and sides with the egg wash, then use a sharp knife to cut a few diagonal slashes across the top. Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes for smaller loaves, or 12 to 14 minutes for larger loaves, or until dark golden brown (the visual cues are more important than exact times, as ovens can vary).
  10. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature. It’s best if the chocolate chips are still gooey!

Notes

  • For smaller, faster-baking loaves, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces; for sharing, 4 larger loaves work well but require more baking time.
  • Both mini and regular-sized semi-sweet chocolate chips can be used depending on preference and availability.
  • Store the loaves at room temperature in a covered container for several days or freeze wrapped tightly for up to one month.
  • Reheat loaf slices in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes to refresh the bread and melt the chocolate chips before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1small loaf Calories 425kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 61g (20%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 20mg (1%) Potassium 41mg (1%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 129g (258%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 small loaves (or 4 larger loaves)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 425

% Daily Value*

Serving 1small loaf
Calories 425kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 61g 20%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 20mg 1%
Potassium 41mg 1%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 129g 258%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.