Schoggiweggli

Schoggiweggli is a traditional sweet bun that is made throughout the country but bears a strong connection with Basel. This sweet bread filled with chocolate chunks was invented in 1975 by Anton Bachmann of Confiserie Bachmann, and nowadays it's sold in numerous bakeries and stores in the city. Schoggiweggli is usually made with a combination of flour, yeast, sugar, salt, butter, milk, and dark chocolate. The dough is divided, shaped into balls, and baked until golden brown. Before baking, the bread is cut on top as if to reveal the chocolate that was hidden on the inside. It's recommended to enjoy schoggiweggli for breakfast or as an afternoon treat.