Brioche Bread
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavor of brioche bread, a classic French pastry that elevates any meal. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or enjoying with jam.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Combine warm milk and yeast in a small bowl; let sit until frothy.
- Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add the yeast mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Gradually incorporate softened butter, kneading until fully combined.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
- Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
- Divide into three equal portions and shape into strands.
- Braid the strands together and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let rise again until puffy, about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and brush the loaf with egg wash.
- Sprinkle with coarse sea salt before baking for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1g