Ingredients
For the dough:
• 3 1/4 cups of wheat flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1/2 cup of warm milk
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
For the chocolate filling:
• 1 cup melted chocolate (dark or semisweet)
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
Instructions
1.Prepare the dough:
• Mix flour, sugar, salt and yeast in a bowl.
• Add the warm milk, eggs and butter. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
• Cover and let rest for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2.Prepare the filling:
• Mix melted chocolate, butter and sugar until completely combined.
3.Form the braid:
• Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle.
• Spread the chocolate filling on the dough.
• Roll the dough like a log, cut it lengthwise and intertwine the two halves with the cut side facing up.
4.Let it rest and bake:
• Place the braid in a greased mold and let it rest for 30 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
5.Cool and serve:
• Let cool slightly before cutting and serving. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea!