Brioche With Chocolate Centres

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   Place flour and yeast in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook.

2. 2

   Place warm milk, vanilla and sugar in a seperate bowl and mix until combined.

3. 3

   Add milk mixture and egg yolks to flour and beat on medium speed until dough is a smooth ball.

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   Continue beating, adding butter, a little at a time, until it is all incorporated and well beaten.

5. 5

   Alternatively, mix the flour mixture and the yeast mixture in a bowl until a soft dough forms.

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   Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead until combined.

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   Cover dough and set aside for 1 1/2- 2 hours or until it has doubled in size.

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   Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until it is soft and elastic, then divide it into 8 equal pieces.

9. 9

   Flatten dough slightly in the palm of your hand.

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    Place a piece of chocolate in the middle of dough and fold over excess dough to enclose.

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    Place brioche in greased and floured HIGH muffin moulds or Brioche tins, cover and set aside for 1 hour or until it is well risen.

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    Bake in preheated 350F (160C) oven for 15-20 minutes or until brioche are golden brown.

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    Serve warm with a strong coffee.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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