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Chocolate Chip Vanilla Custard Brioches

Indulge in these soft and fluffy brioches filled with luscious vanilla custard and chocolate chips, perfect for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 brioches
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brioches
  • 1 lb brioche dough Can use store-bought dough to save time.
  • 1 cup vanilla custard Use homemade or store-bought custard.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Feel free to mix types of chocolate for variation.
  • 1 large egg For egg wash.
  • 1 tbsp milk For egg wash.
  • Vanilla extract For added flavor.
  • Cinnamon Optional, for enhancing the flavor.
  • Salt
  • Powdered sugar For dusting before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the brioche dough into 12 equal portions and roll each into a small ball.
  3. Flatten each ball into a disk and spoon 1 tablespoon of custard and 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips into the center.
  4. Carefully bring the edges together and pinch to seal.
  5. Place the sealed brioches on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush the tops with an egg wash made from the egg and milk.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
Serving
  1. Once baked, serve warm or at room temperature with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

If storing leftovers, keep brioches in an airtight container for up to two days at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze and reheat when ready to enjoy. Consider adding fruit or nuts for variations.