Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Chip Buns

Indulgent and pillowy chocolate chip studded buns filled with creamy Nutella, featuring a rich, tender texture from yogurt and eggs. This modern fusion twist on classic sweet buns is layered with professional baking technique, a decadent molten center, and a golden, glossy finish. Perfect as a show-stopping brunch treat or plated dessert.

By @MÉSIKA

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Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Chip Buns

Cook time: 110 minutes

Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 180 ml Milk warmed to 100°F-110°F
  • 8 g Instant Yeast
  • 20 g Sugar
  • 2 Egg room temperature
  • 0.5 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat preferred
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 500 g All-Purpose Flour sifted for better crumb
  • 8 g Salt fine sea salt preferred
  • 60 g Butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 500 g Chocolate Chips milk or dark, high-quality
  • 0 All-Purpose Flour for dusting
  • 0 Nutella about 1 tablespoon per bun
  • 0 Parchment Paper
  • 1 Egg Yolk
  • 1 tbsp Milk

Instructions

  1. Combine the warm milk, instant yeast, and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Let sit until foamy and fragrant.
  2. Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and flour to the foamy yeast mixture. Start mixing at low speed.
  3. Add the salt and begin mixing on medium speed. Watch for the dough to start coming together; it will be sticky but cohesive.
  4. With the mixer running, slowly drizzle in the melted butter. Continue mixing until the dough is glossy, elastic, and slightly sticky—about 12 minutes.
  5. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let rise in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Turn the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently flatten to a rectangle and scatter the chocolate chips evenly over the surface.
  7. Fold and knead the dough gently to incorporate the chocolate chips evenly. Avoid overworking to prevent melting the chips.
  8. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces using a kitchen scale for uniform buns. Shape each piece into a ball, then flatten slightly into a disk.
  9. Spoon a generous dollop of Nutella into the center of each disk. Gather the edges and pinch tightly to seal, then roll gently into smooth balls, seam side down.
  10. Arrange the stuffed buns on a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between them. Cover loosely and let rise 30 minutes until puffed.
  11. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) with a rack in the center position.
  12. Whisk egg yolk with a splash of milk. Gently brush the tops of each bun with the mixture for a glossy, golden finish.
  13. Bake for about 18-22 minutes, until the buns are deep golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
  14. Cool the buns for 10 minutes on the tray, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm and enjoy the molten Nutella center.
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