Description
This Cookie Dough Nutella Brioche is the ultimate indulgent treat—soft, buttery brioche swirled with creamy Nutella and chunks of sweet cookie dough. Perfect for summer brunches, cozy weekends, or special celebrations, this rich and decadent bread combines comfort and creativity in every slice. Freezer-friendly and easy to reheat, it’s a sweet showstopper you’ll bake again and again!
Ingredients
For the Brioche Dough:
– 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tsp salt
– 1 tbsp instant yeast
– 4 large eggs
– 1/2 cup whole milk, lukewarm
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Cookie Dough:
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temp
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
– 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
– 1 tbsp milk
– 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Filling:
– 1/2 cup Nutella (or any chocolate hazelnut spread)
Instructions
1. In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add eggs and milk, mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead with dough hook for 6–8 minutes, then add butter in chunks. Mix until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1.5–2 hours.
2. While the dough rises, make the cookie dough: Cream butter and sugars, add vanilla and salt. Mix in flour and milk until soft dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips. Chill until firm.
3. Roll out the risen brioche into a large rectangle. Spread Nutella over the surface. Crumble chilled cookie dough all over.
4. Roll up the dough tightly, then slice lengthwise. Twist both halves together, keeping layers exposed. Place in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let rise 45–60 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 35–40 minutes, tenting with foil halfway if browning too fast.
6. Cool before slicing (if you can wait 😉).
Notes
- You can use store-bought or homemade cookie dough, but make sure it’s safe for baking.
- Freeze slices individually and reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
- Let all ingredients come to room temperature before mixing for best results.
- Avoid overbaking to keep the brioche moist and soft.
- Try adding chopped hazelnuts for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread, Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg