Festive Panettone With Chocolate Recipes You’ll Love

Are you ready to bring some festive cheer into your kitchen? This delightful Homemade Chocolate Panettone is not just a treat for the palate, but also an experience that fills your home with the warm aroma of baking. Perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season, this panettone is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!

Chocolate Chip Panettone

Feast your eyes on this beautiful Chocolate Chip Panettone! A stunning centerpiece for your holiday celebrations, it is light, airy, and bursting with rich chocolate flavor.

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk, warmed
2 large eggs
1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
Add in the softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour until it is manageable.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm area until it has doubled in size, about 1 to 2 hours.
Once risen, punch down the dough and gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased panettone mold or a high-sided round baking pan. Cover it again and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the panettone for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

This Homemade Chocolate Panettone is sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy it warm, with a cup of coffee or tea, or use it to make delicious French toast on a festive morning. Happy baking!