Buttery Brioche
Indulge in the heavenly delight of homemade Buttery Brioche, where each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience reminiscent of a cozy French patisserie. This rich, soft bread boasts layers of buttery goodness, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Paired with jam or enjoyed plain, this brioche will become your go-to favorite for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes about 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk (warm)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate yeast by warming milk to about 110°F. Stir in sugar and sprinkle yeast on top; let sit until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, eggs, and remaining milk.
- Mix until a dough forms and knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Gradually incorporate softened butter while kneading until fully mixed.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- Shape or braid the dough as desired, then allow it to rise again until puffed (30-45 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 173
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 62mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in orange zest or chocolate chips. Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to three days or freeze individual slices.