Soft, sweet and a little buzzed!

Instructions

Make the Dough

1. Step
   In a large bowl (or stand mixer with dough hook), combine all-purpose flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. Step
   Add lukewarm milk and egg. Mix until the dough begins to come together.
3. Step
   Add cubed butter gradually and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic (about 10–12 minutes by machine or 15 minutes by hand).
4. Step
   Form the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 to 1.5 hours).

Prepare the Filling - shape and bake

1. Step
   Remove dough from fridge and transfer to a lightly floured work surface.
2. Step
   Roll the dough into a 40x40cm rectangle.
3. Step
   Spread out the chocolate filling.
4. Step
   Grab a side of the dough and fold down to cover ⅔. Next, fold the remaining ⅓ over the top.
5. Step
   Divide into 9.
6. Step
   Divide each strand into 4 and braid.
7. Step
   Arrange in large muffin liners.
8. Step
   Proof for 30 minutes.
9. Step
   Bake at 180C/350F for 12-15 minutes.

Make the Espresso Glaze

1. Step
   While the buns are baking, combine brown sugar, water, and espresso powder in a small saucepan.
2. Step
   Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and it forms a light syrup (about 3–5 minutes).
3. Step
   Brush the glaze over warm buns as soon as they come out of the oven.