Description
Discover the irresistible charm of traditional French brioche with this classic recipe that transports you straight to a quaint French bakery. With its soft, airy texture and rich buttery flavor, this brioche is perfect for any occasion—be it a luxurious breakfast, an indulgent snack, or a delightful brunch with friends. Making it at home allows you to savor a brioche that rivals the finest patisseries. Follow these simple steps to create your very own golden-brown loaf, and enjoy it plain or topped with your favorite spreads.
Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 250 g unsalted butter (softened)
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 10 g salt
- 20 cl milk (warm)
- 3 large eggs
- 20 g fresh yeast
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and add crumbled yeast.
- Warm the milk slightly and pour into the mixture; add eggs one at a time while mixing.
- Once the dough begins to form, incorporate softened butter in small pieces and knead until smooth.
- Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Gently deflate the dough on a floured surface, shape into balls, and place them in a greased brioche mold.
- Cover again and allow to rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 201
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for best results. Experiment by adding chocolate chips or orange zest for unique flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.