Servings: 8 people
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Clean, damp cloth
- Rolling pin
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 75 g sugar
- 7 g salt
- 10 g active dry yeast
- 4 eggs
- 200 g softened butter
- 100 ml warm milk
- 1 pod vanilla pod optional
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt, creating a well in the center.
- Add the active dry yeast, eggs, and warm milk to the well and mix gently until the dough forms.
- Pour the mixture onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Gradually add the softened butter to the dough while kneading until fully incorporated.
- If using, scrape the seeds from the vanilla pod and knead them into the dough.
- Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, covering it with a damp cloth to rise for about 1 hour.
- After rising, punch the dough down to release air bubbles and shape it as desired.
- Place the shaped brioche on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth for a final rise of 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and brush the top of the brioche with an egg wash.
- Bake the brioche for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
- Allow the brioche to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
This recipe is loved for its ease and irresistible flavor. A dessert that will impress your baking skills!
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 8mg
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