Description
Delight in the buttery richness and airy lightness of this milk brioche, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 60g sugar
- 10g salt
- 10g instant yeast
- 5 large eggs
- 250ml whole milk
- 200g unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the eggs and whole milk, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
- Incorporate the softened butter gradually and mix until fully integrated.
- Toss the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes.
- Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and allow to rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise again in a warm place for about an hour.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Brush the dough with egg wash and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, consider including vanilla extract or citrus zest. Always use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: brioche, bread, baking, breakfast, brunch