Rich Chocolate Brioche Bake
Indulge in pure decadence with this Rich Chocolate Brioche Bake, a comforting dessert that combines the buttery softness of brioche bread with the luxurious richness of dark chocolate. Perfect for gatherings or a special treat, this baked delight layers slices of golden brioche with generous chunks of chocolate, all soaked in a creamy vanilla custard made from fresh milk, heavy cream, and eggs. The bake emerges from the oven with a beautifully golden crust, irresistibly gooey chocolate pockets, and a lightly caramelized custard base. Quick to prepare and oven-ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an elegant yet easy dish that can be served warm or at room temperature with an optional dusting of powdered sugar for that extra hint of sweetness. Whether for brunch or dessert, this chocolate brioche pudding recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Brioche bread
- 200 grams Dark chocolate
- 300 ml Whole milk
- 200 ml Heavy cream
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with the unsalted butter.
Slice the brioche loaf into 2 cm (¾ inch) thick slices and set aside.
Roughly chop the dark chocolate into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is warm (do not let it boil).
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and vanilla extract together until well combined.
Gradually pour the warm milk mixture into the whisked eggs, a little at a time, while whisking continuously to avoid scrambling the eggs. This creates the custard for the bake.
Layer half of the brioche slices in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the chopped dark chocolate evenly over the top.
Repeat with the remaining brioche slices and chocolate to create a second layer.
Slowly pour the custard mixture over the brioche and chocolate layers, ensuring all the bread is evenly soaked. Gently press down on the brioche slices with the back of a spoon to help them absorb the custard.
Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the brioche to fully absorb the custard.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Optionally, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.8 g | 310% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.4 g | 672% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1527 mg | 509% | |
| Sodium | 2601 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 453.8 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 259.2 g | ||
| Protein | 98.4 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.4 mcg | 37% | |
| Calcium | 923 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 39.3 mg | 218% | |
| Potassium | 2163 mg | 46% | |
*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.
