The holiday season is the perfect time to indulge in delicious treats, and what better way to celebrate than by making your own homemade chocolate panettone? This Italian sweet bread, traditionally enjoyed during Christmas, is filled with chocolate and bursting with flavor. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a mouthwatering chocolate panettone that will impress your family and friends!

Ingredients:

  • 500g bread flour
  • 100g sugar
  • 7g active dry yeast
  • 250ml warm milk
  • 120g unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 eggs
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 200g dark chocolate chunks
  • 100g candied orange peel
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a separate large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and knead in the chocolate chunks and candied orange peel until evenly distributed.
  7. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a ball. Place the balls into greased panettone molds or tall, cylindrical baking tins.
  8. Cover the molds with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise for an additional hour.
  9. In the meantime, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  10. Bake the panettone in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Remove the panettone from the oven and let it cool in the molds for 10 minutes.
  12. Transfer the panettone to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing and serving.

Tips and Variations:

  • If you don’t have panettone molds, you can use tall, cylindrical baking tins or even large coffee cans lined with parchment paper.
  • Feel free to experiment with different add-ins, such as dried fruits, nuts, or even white chocolate.
  • To make a festive glaze, mix powdered sugar with a little orange juice and drizzle it over the cooled panettone.
  • For an extra special touch, serve your chocolate panettone with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Now that you know how to make your own delectable chocolate panettone, it’s time to get baking and impress your loved ones with this delightful holiday treat. Enjoy the warm, chocolaty goodness and let the festive aromas fill your home. Happy holidays!

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