Breads

Chocolate-Filled Braid

NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE®
Chocolate-Filled Braid
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Intermediate
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
30 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
35 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
36 slices total (2 braids)

This Chocolate-Filled Braid is a perfect pair with steaming hot coffee. This attractive and wonderfully tasty recipe is perfect for brunch. Created by Kimberly Betz, Indiana, PA.

Chocolate-Filled Braid brings deliciousness to your brunch table, making it a treat that's hard to resist. Made with NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels and NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk, this braid offers a rich and satisfying chocolate experience. Each bite reveals a gooey, chocolate-filled center that's complemented perfectly by the soft, golden braid exterior. Ideal for any occasion, especially holidays and special events, this recipe requires intermediate baking skills.

Gather around with your family and friends and savor the delightful flavors that this Chocolate-Filled Braid offers. Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day or simply enjoying a casual brunch, this treat is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

Make It

Step 1

Heat morsels, evaporated milk and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in small saucepan until morsels are melted and mixture is smooth; remove from heat. Stir in nuts, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and cinnamon.

Step 2

Combine 4 cups flour, remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, yeast and salt in large mixer bowl.

Step 3

Heat 1 cup milk, 1 cup butter and water just until warm (120° F to 130° F) and butter almost melts. Add milk mixture to flour mixture; add eggs. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping bowl often. Beat on high speed for 3 minutes. Stir in as much of remaining flour as possible.

Step 4

Turn dough out onto slightly floured surface. Knead in remaining flour to make a moderately soft dough that is smooth and elastic (3 to 5 minutes). Cover; let rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 375° F. Line two baking sheets with foil.

Step 6

Divide dough in half. Roll half of dough into 18 x 10-inch rectangle. Place dough on one prepared baking sheet. Spread half of chocolate filling lengthwise down center of dough. Cut 1-inch wide diagonal strips on both sides of dough to within 3/4 inch of filling. Crisscross dough strips over filling. Leave as long braid or bring ends together to form a ring, pinching ends to seal. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Cover; let rise in warm place for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden brown; cool completely on baking sheet on wire rack.

Step 8

Combine powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter and remaining teaspoon vanilla extract in small bowl. Slowly add enough milk for drizzling consistency; stir. Drizzle icing over braids. Cut into slices.

Ingredients

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