Brioche Loaf
Indulge in the buttery, pillowy perfection of homemade brioche loaf with this irresistible recipe! A classic French bread known for its rich flavor and delicate texture, this brioche is crafted with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, and softened butter, resulting in a slightly sweet, melt-in-your-mouth loaf. The dough undergoes two slow rises, ensuring an airy and tender crumb, while a glossy egg wash adds a golden crust that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for breakfast toast, decadent French toast, or as a sweet and savory sandwich base, this brioche recipe is a true baking triumph. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, these step-by-step instructions will guide you to flaky, bakery-quality perfection right at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 7 grams Salt
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 120 milliliters Whole milk
- 4 units Large eggs
- 200 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 unit Egg (for egg wash)
- 15 milliliters Water (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until combined. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients while mixing on low speed with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
Continue mixing the dough for about 2 minutes until it begins to come together. Then, start adding the softened butter, one tablespoon at a time, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Once all the butter is added, knead the dough in the mixer for 8-10 minutes on medium speed. The dough should become smooth, elastic, and slightly sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1½-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
After the first rise, punch down the dough to release air. Transfer it to a floured surface and shape the dough into a loaf shape. Place the shaped dough into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan loosely with plastic wrap and let the dough rise again for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size and reaches just above the edge of the pan.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare the egg wash by whisking 1 egg with the water. Brush the top of the dough lightly with the egg wash to create a shiny, golden crust during baking.
Bake the brioche loaf in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is deep golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the brioche from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.2 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.2 g | 566% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1382 mg | 461% | |
| Sodium | 3179 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.7 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.3 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.8 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 24.0 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 1081 mg | 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.
