Chocolate Chip Buns
Soft, fluffy, and packed with pockets of gooey sweetness, these Chocolate Chip Buns are the ultimate treat for breakfast or dessert. Made with a rich yeast dough infused with vanilla and studded with melty chocolate chips, these buns strike the perfect balance between decadence and home-baked comfort. With a golden, egg-washed exterior and tender crumb, these delightful buns are surprisingly easy to make, taking only 30 minutes of prep time before rising and baking into perfection. Ideal for serving fresh at brunch gatherings or as an indulgent snack, this recipe delivers 12 irresistible buns that will quickly become a family favorite. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a chocolate lover, these homemade buns are sure to satisfy your cravings while impressing anyone lucky enough to enjoy them!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup milk
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 unit egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, warm the milk until lukewarm but not hot (about 110°F/43°C). Remove from heat.
Add the yeast to the warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
In a separate bowl, melt the butter. Allow it to cool slightly, then add the egg and vanilla extract and whisk together.
Pour the yeast mixture and the butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough begins to form.
Add the chocolate chips to the dough and knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1-1.5 hours.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Shape each piece into a ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced a few inches apart.
Cover the buns with a cloth and let them rest for 15 minutes.
Brush the buns with the egg wash to give them a shiny finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.7 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 490 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 2674 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 530.2 g | 193% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.3 g | ||
| Protein | 76.8 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 496 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 1950 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
