Here’s a rich, buttery recipe for a fluffy loaf of brioche bread—soft, slightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast or sandwiches.
🍞 Fluffy Brioche Bread
🥣 Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (very soft, not melted)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Activate Yeast
- Mix warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar.
- Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2️⃣ Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add eggs and yeast mixture.
- Mix until a sticky dough forms.
3️⃣ Add Butter Slowly
- Add softened butter a little at a time, kneading well after each addition.
- Knead for 10–15 minutes until smooth, elastic, and slightly sticky.
4️⃣ First Rise
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours until doubled.
5️⃣ Chill (Important Step)
- Refrigerate dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- This makes it easier to handle and improves flavor.
6️⃣ Shape
- Divide dough into 3–4 balls or braid it.
- Place in a greased loaf pan.
7️⃣ Second Rise
- Let rise again for 1–1.5 hours until puffy.
8️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Brush top with egg wash (1 egg + 1 tbsp milk).
- Bake 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
💡 Tips for Extra Fluffiness
- Use room temperature ingredients
- Don’t rush the rises—slow fermentation = better texture
- Knead well to develop structure
- Cover loosely while baking if it browns too fast
🍽️ Ways to Enjoy
- Toasted with butter and jam
- French toast
- Sandwiches or burgers
- With honey or chocolate spread
If you want, I can give you a no-knead brioche version or show you how to make brioche buns for burgers.
