Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (or instant yeast)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup warm whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened and cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water or milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and 1 tsp sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add yeast mixture and eggs; mix until a rough dough forms.
- Gradually add softened butter a few cubes at a time, kneading until the dough becomes smooth and elastic (5–7 minutes with a mixer).
- Transfer dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled.
- Deflate the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cover and let rise again for 45–60 minutes, until it reaches the top of the pan.
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before slicing.
Notes
- Chill dough after first rise to bake the next day.
- For sweet brioche, add cinnamon sugar or chocolate chips.
- Add herbs or cheese for savory variations.
- Can be shaped into buns or mini loaves for sliders or portions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
