If you’re looking for the ultimate soft and fluffy chocolate buns, this recipe is exactly what you need. These homemade chocolate chip buns are incredibly soft, lightly sweet, and filled with melty chocolate and a hidden Nutella center that makes them absolutely irresistible.

Freshly baked, they are golden on the outside, pillowy soft on the inside, and packed with chocolate in every bite. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these buns are guaranteed to become a favorite.

What makes these chocolate buns truly special is their texture. Thanks to a soft yeast dough enriched with butter, milk, and egg, they turn out incredibly fluffy and tender. The addition of chocolate chips and Nutella takes them to another level, creating the perfect balance between sweet, rich, and comforting.

Why You’ll Love These Nutella Chocolate Buns

There are so many reasons to fall in love with this recipe:

• Super soft and fluffy texture
• Filled with melty chocolate and Nutella
• Easy to make with simple ingredients
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
• Great for sharing Bakery-style results at home

These buns are perfect if you want something cozy, indulgent, and impressive without being complicated.

Ingredients You’ll Need for the Chocolate Chip Buns

• Milk: Provides moisture and activates the yeast.
• Yeast: Helps the dough rise and become fluffy.
• Flour: Gives structure to the buns.
• Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps with browning.
• Salt: Balances flavor.
• Butter: Creates richness and softness.
• Egg: Adds structure and tenderness.
• Chocolate chips: For that perfect chocolate bite.
• Nutella: Creates a soft, melty center.
• Egg + milk: Gives the buns a beautiful golden shine.

For Making the Nutella Chocolate Chip Buns, Here Are the Essential Tools You’ll Need

• Mixing bowls: For preparing batter and cream.
• Electric mixer: Essential for whipping eggs until fluffy.
• Spatula: For gently folding ingredients.
• Baking tray: Used for baking the sponge evenly.
• Parchment paper: Prevents sticking and helps with rolling.
• Kitchen towel: Used to roll the cake while warm.

Here is the full Recipe for the Nutella Chocolate Chip Buns

Ingredients:

• 150 g (2/3 cup) milk, lukewarm
• 18 g fresh yeast or 7 g dry yeast
• 350 g (2 3/4 cups) all-purpose flour
• 40 g (3 tbsp) sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 45 g (3 tbsp) butter
• 1 egg
• 100 g (1/2 cup) chocolate chips
• Egg wash: 1 egg + 1 tbsp milk

Directions:

1. Activate the Yeast
   In a bowl, combine lukewarm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until slightly foamy.
   
2. Make the Dough
   Add flour, sugar, salt, egg, and butter. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and soft.
   
3. First Rise
   Shape the dough into a ball and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
   
4. Add Chocolate
   Knead in the chocolate chips and let the dough rest briefly.
   
5. Shape the Buns
   Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces. Flatten each piece, add a spoonful of Nutella in the center, seal it well, and shape into a ball.
   
6. Second Rise & Finish
   Place the buns in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle with extra chocolate chips and brush with egg wash.
   
7. Bake
   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.

Tips for the Perfect Nutella Chocolate Chip Buns

• Use lukewarm milk (not hot!)
• Knead long enough for a soft dough
• Let the dough rise properly
• Seal Nutella well to prevent leaking
• Don’t overbake to keep them soft

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
• Reheat slightly for that fresh-from-the-oven texture.

Final Notes

These fluffy chocolate buns are the ultimate comfort bake. Soft, rich, and filled with chocolate, they are everything you want in a homemade sweet treat.

Perfect for cozy mornings or sharing with friends and family.

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Watch the recipe video here. Let’s get to baking! Here is the full recipe:

Summary

Recipe Name

Nutelle Chocolate Chip Buns

Author Name

Isabel

Published On

2026-04-09