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Chocolate Chip Easter Milk Bread

Irresistibly Soft Chocolate Chip Easter Milk Bread Recipe

This Chocolate Chip Easter Milk Bread is a delightful, soft treat perfect for any occasion, evoking sweet memories and festive celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Provides structure for perfect milk bread texture.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Adds richness and tenderness.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Balances flavors and enhances sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Powers the rise for a fluffy loaf.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Softens the dough and adds flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 2 Large Eggs Contributes to structure and crust color.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Intensifies flavors.
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips Provides chocolate bursts.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Used with egg yolk for finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • Loaf pan
  • Whisk
  • Flour surface
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm the whole milk until 110°F, stir in granulated sugar and sprinkle yeast, let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk together bread flour and salt in a bowl, make a well, add yeast mixture, butter and eggs, mix until shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Shape dough into a ball, place in an oiled bowl, cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  5. Deflate the risen dough, roll into a rectangle, scatter chocolate chips, fold and shape into a loaf.
  6. Place loaf seam side down in a greased pan, cover and let it rise for 45 minutes until above the rim.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F, whisk egg yolk and milk for egg wash, brush over the loaf.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; check for doneness by tapping the bottom.
  9. Cool bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure yeast is properly activated, knead dough well, and avoid slicing until completely cooled for clean slices.

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