Description
These Fluffy Brioche Donuts with Creamy Chocolate Filling are golden, soft, and buttery with a luscious chocolate ganache center that oozes gently with every bite. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an indulgent snack, they combine French-inspired brioche dough with a rich homemade chocolate filling for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Warm the milk until just lukewarm and combine with yeast and sugar. Let it sit until bubbly.
- Add eggs, flour, salt, and butter gradually, kneading until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1–2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thick and cut into circles. Let rest for another 30 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry donuts for 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
- Prepare chocolate ganache by melting chocolate chips and mixing with heavy cream until smooth.
- Fill each donut with chocolate ganache using a piping bag.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure oil is at the right temperature for even frying.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best filling flavor.
- Let donuts rest properly after shaping for a fluffy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg