Cappuccino e Brioche

Cappuccino e Brioche is a classic Italian breakfast pairing, featuring a rich, creamy cappuccino complemented by a soft, sweet brioche roll. This delightful combination is perfect for a leisurely morning, evoking the warmth of an Italian café.

Ingredients

• Espresso - 60 ml
• Milk - 150 ml
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Flour - 250 g
• Sugar - 50 g
• Yeast - 7 g
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Butter - 50 g, melted
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Orange zest - 1 teaspoon
• Milk - 50 ml (for brioche)
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Prepare the brioche dough: In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, beaten egg, milk, and orange zest.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
7. Shape the risen dough into small rolls and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
8. Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Bake the brioche rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
10. While the brioche is baking, prepare the cappuccino: Brew the espresso and steam the milk until frothy.
11. In a cup, combine the espresso with steamed milk and sugar, stirring gently.
12. Serve the cappuccino hot, alongside the freshly baked brioche.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a source of energy to start the day.
• Contains antioxidants from coffee that may support heart health.

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