Delicious and Elegant Nutella Brioche Star

This Nutella Brioche Star is a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. The brioche is soft and buttery, with a generous amount of creamy Nutella in every bite. It's not only delicious, but also visually stunning, making it a great centerpiece for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and some creative folding and twisting, you can easily recreate this elegant pastry at home. Serve it warm for a melty Nutella experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Nutella
• 1 egg yolk, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk and eggs.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 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 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a floured surface.
8. Roll the dough into a large circle, about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick.
9. Spread the Nutella evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border.
10. Fold the dough in half to cover the Nutella, then fold in half again, forming a smaller circle.
11. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the dough into 16 equal wedges, starting from the folded edge and working your way to the outer edge.
12. Take one wedge and twist it two times away from you. Repeat with every other wedge, alternating the direction of the twist.
13. Transfer the twisted wedges to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
14. Brush the top of the star with the beaten egg yolk for a golden finish.
15. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the brioche is golden brown and cooked through.
16. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

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