Description
A rich, soft, and buttery brioche bread with a light and airy texture, perfect for sandwiches, breakfast, or enjoying with jam.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp yeast (active dry yeast)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, mix the yeast with warm milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy and activated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add Eggs and Yeast Mixture: Crack the eggs into the dry ingredients, then pour in the activated yeast mixture. Stir together until a rough dough forms.
- Incorporate Butter and Knead: Gradually add the softened butter in small pieces while kneading the dough by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Continue kneading until the dough is smooth, elastic, and soft, which can take about 8-10 minutes.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough: Punch down the risen dough gently to release air. Shape it into a loaf by folding and tucking the dough evenly.
- Second Rise: Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover again and allow to rise for another 45 minutes to 1 hour until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the brioche from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- The dough should be soft but not sticky; adjust flour or milk slightly if needed during kneading.
- Using room temperature ingredients helps the dough come together more easily.
- For extra shine, brush the top with an egg wash before baking.
- Store the bread wrapped tightly to keep it fresh longer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
