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Two-Tone Chocolate Bread Twists

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Two-Tone Chocolate Bread Twists combine soft, tender bread with rich chocolate dough swirls for a visually stunning and delicious treat. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these twists feature a delightful blend of dark and milk chocolate flavors, with an irresistibly fluffy texture and elegant two-tone design that will impress family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Plain Dough

  • All-purpose flour – 3 ½ cups (440g)
  • Active dry yeast – 2 ¼ tsp (one packet)
  • Milk – 1 cup, warm (240ml)
  • Unsalted butter – 4 tbsp, softened (56g)
  • Sugar – ¼ cup (50g)
  • Salt – 1 tsp
  • Eggs – 2 large

For the Chocolate Dough

  • All-purpose flour – 2 ½ cups (310g)
  • Cocoa powder – ½ cup (50g), unsweetened
  • Active dry yeast – 2 ¼ tsp (one packet)
  • Milk – ¾ cup, warm (180ml)
  • Unsalted butter – 3 tbsp, softened (42g)
  • Sugar – 3 tbsp (38g)
  • Salt – ½ tsp
  • Eggs – 1 large

Optional Add-Ins

  • Chocolate chips – ½ cup (90g)
  • Chopped walnuts or hazelnuts – ½ cup (60g)
  • Dried cherries or raisins – ½ cup (75g)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Doughs: Activate the yeast by mixing it in warm milk with a pinch of sugar until it blooms. While waiting, combine ingredients for the plain dough in one bowl and separately mix the ingredients for the chocolate dough, adding cocoa powder. Knead both doughs until smooth and elastic.
  2. First Rise: Place each dough ball in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and leave them in a warm spot to rise until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
  3. Roll and Layer: Roll each dough into equal-sized rectangles. Lay the chocolate dough over the plain dough to form layers, then roll them up together like a jelly roll.
  4. Twist the Dough: Slice the rolled dough lengthwise to reveal the layers. Gently twist the two pieces and join the ends to form a circular or elongated twist as preferred.
  5. Second Rise and Bake: Let your shaped twists rise for 30 minutes more. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to promote better yeast activity and smooth dough.
  • Do not over-knead; knead just until the dough is elastic but still soft.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to ease rolling and twisting.
  • Twist gently to keep distinct layers and clear swirls intact.
  • Brush twists with egg wash before baking for a shiny, golden finish.
  • Store leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Freeze wrapped twists for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat gently before serving.

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