Description
This Classic Brioche Bread Recipe delivers a pillowy, buttery, and golden-brown loaf that rivals any high-end French bakery. Designed for busy professionals, this recipe offers deep flavor and a perfect crumb with minimal fuss. Each bite delivers rich sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture, making every meal feel special.
Ingredients
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4 cups Bread Flour
2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
4 Large Eggs
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1 cup Whole Milk
1 cup Unsalted Butter
Instructions
- Warm the milk to about 105 degrees Fahrenheit, combine it with sugar and yeast in a stand mixer, and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy
- Add the eggs and half the bread flour, then mix on low speed until a shaggy dough forms
- Incorporate the salt and remaining flour, switch to the dough hook, and knead on medium-low for about 5 minutes
- Add softened butter one tablespoon at a time while mixing, then continue kneading for another 10 to 12 minutes
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size
- Punch down the dough, divide it into three pieces, and shape into balls in a greased loaf pa
- Cover and let rise for 45 to 60 minutes, then preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- Brush the loaf with an egg wash and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and allow proper rising times.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg