Description
This Milk Brioche is a soft, buttery, and comforting bread that serves as an instant mood-lifter. Perfect for weekend mornings, it's versatile enough for French toast, sandwiches, or simply slathered with jam. The dough is forgiving and beginner-friendly, yielding a gorgeous golden loaf every time.
Ingredients
3 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
1 cup Warm whole milk
2 1/4 tsp Active dry yeast
1/3 cup Granulated sugar
2 Large eggs, room temp
1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Warm milk to about 110°F. Mix with yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and eggs. Stir until a shaggy dough forms
- Knead for 10 minutes. Gradually add softened butter. Continue kneading until dough is smooth and sticky but manageable
- Cover the bowl. Let dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size
- Punch down dough. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased 9×5-inch pan. Cover and let rise again for 45 minutes
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush top with egg wash. Bake for 35 minutes until deep golden brow
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack
Notes
Always use room-temperature eggs for better mixing.
Do not rush the rising time; a slow rise develops richer flavor.
Check yeast freshness before starting.
For a softer crust, brush with melted butter after baking.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: milk brioche, brioche bread, sweet bread, homemade bread