Description
This Fluffy Cloud Brioche is an airy, tender bread with a delicate crumb and buttery flavor. It’s perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a snack on its own!
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Dough:
- 4 cups (500g) bread flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk (lukewarm)
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter (softened, cut into cubes)
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For the Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add the eggs and lukewarm milk. Mix on low speed until a shaggy dough forms. -
Add the Butter:
Gradually add the softened butter, one cube at a time. Allow each piece to fully incorporate before adding the next. Knead on medium speed for 8–10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly sticky. -
First Rise:
Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size. -
Shape the Brioche:
Punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller portions for rolls. Place in a greased loaf pan or on a lined baking sheet. -
Second Rise:
Cover with a clean towel and let rise again for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until puffy and slightly jiggly to the touch. -
Prepare the Egg Wash:
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Brush the mixture over the surface of the brioche. -
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes for a loaf, or 15–20 minutes for rolls, until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. -
Cool and Enjoy:
Allow the brioche to cool on a wire rack before slicing or serving.
Notes
- This brioche is perfect for a sweet breakfast or can be used for savory sandwiches.
- Make sure to allow enough time for the dough to rise properly for a light, fluffy texture.
- You can freeze the brioche for up to a month if needed. Just slice it first and reheat as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg