Easy Brioche

Light, buttery, and irresistibly tender, this Easy Brioche recipe is your ticket to bakery-quality bread made right in your own kitchen. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe combines simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, and milk to create a rich, slightly sweet loaf with a pillowy crumb. With just 30 minutes of prep time and step-by-step instructions, you'll master the art of this French classic in no time. Whether you braid it into an elegant loaf or bake it into individual rolls, a quick egg wash transforms the brioche into a golden, show-stopping centerpiece. Serve it fresh with butter and jam for breakfast, pair it with savory dishes, or use it for decadent French toast. This Easy Brioche is a versatile and approachable way to elevate any meal! Perfect keywords: "Easy Brioche recipe," "buttery homemade bread," "simple brioche for beginners," and "French bread baking."

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 1 pieces Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoons Water (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Warm the whole milk until it's lukewarm (no higher than 110°F/43°C) and pour it into the dry mixture.

Step 3

Add the softened butter and crack in 4 large eggs.

Step 4

Using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix on medium speed for 8-10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and slightly sticky. Alternatively, knead by hand for about 10-12 minutes.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into equal portions. For a braided loaf, divide into 3 strands and braid them together. Alternatively, shape into rolls or place the dough in a greased loaf pan.

Step 7

Cover the shaped dough loosely with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise again for about 45 minutes, until puffy.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Gently brush the top of the brioche with the egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the internal temperature of the bread reaches 190°F (88°C).

Step 10

Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool before slicing or serving. Enjoy your buttery, tender brioche!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	988.3 grams (988.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3013

Total Fat 129.10g	166%
Saturated Fat 71.30g	357%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1203mg	401%
Sodium 2774mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 383.80g	140%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 57.50g
Protein 81.70g	163%

Vitamin D 313IU	1565%
Calcium 375mg	29%
Iron 25mg	138%
Potassium 1082mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 50.8%