Description
This Chocolate Marble Asian Bread is a delightful homemade loaf that combines classic Asian bread’s soft texture with a rich chocolate swirl. The dough is flavored with cocoa powder and studded with chocolate chips, creating a visually striking marbled effect and a deliciously sweet taste. Perfect for breakfast or a comforting snack, this bread offers a satisfying balance of tender crumb and chocolatey goodness.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Chocolate Mix
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Activate Yeast: Dissolve the instant yeast in warm water and add it to the flour mixture, mixing until incorporated.
- Add Wet Ingredients and Knead: Pour in the warm milk and unsalted butter, then knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a mixer.
- Divide and Flavor Dough: Cut the kneaded dough into two equal parts. Mix cocoa powder into one half of the dough evenly to create the chocolate portion.
- Assemble Dough Layers: Roll out each dough portion into rectangular shapes. Place the chocolate dough over the plain dough and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly on top.
- Form the Loaf: Carefully roll the dough layers together into a log shape. Place the log into a greased loaf pan and cover it, letting it rise until doubled in size, about 45-60 minutes.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden and a skewer inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure the water and milk are warm (around 110°F or 43°C) to activate the yeast properly without killing it.
- For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the milk with heavy cream.
- To keep the bread soft, brush the top with melted butter immediately after baking.
- Store the bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Use good quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the best chocolate flavor.
