Description
Discover the rich, buttery goodness of Milk Brioche Bread, a soft and fluffy bread enriched with milk, butter, and eggs that makes every bite tender and melt-in-your-mouth. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or desserts, this elegant bread features a golden crust and delicate crumb that elevate any meal with its comforting warmth and irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed to about 110°F (43°C)
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast: Warm the milk slightly to around 110°F (43°C). Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the warm milk, add a pinch of granulated sugar, and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy and bubbly, indicating the yeast is activated.
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture, eggs, and softened butter. Mix by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead for Perfection: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, or with a mixer on medium speed for 6–8 minutes, until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and allow it to rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the Dough: Gently punch down the risen dough to release air. Shape it into a loaf or divide into individual buns. Transfer to a greased loaf pan or baking tray.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped dough and let it rise again for 45 minutes to 1 hour until puffy.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the top of the dough with a beaten egg for an egg wash to create a shiny, golden crust. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the crust is deep golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs, butter, and milk for better dough texture and even rising.
- Allow the dough to fully double in size during both rising stages for optimal fluffiness.
- Applying an egg wash before baking gives the bread a shiny, golden crust.
- Keep an eye on the bread while baking to prevent over-browning.
- Cool the bread completely on a wire rack before slicing to maintain its soft crumb.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg