Easy Brioche Bread
This easy brioche bread recipe will help you make bakery-worthy brioche with ease. Fluffy, airy, and perfect for everything from sandwiches to French toast!
Servings 2 loaves
Calories 2697kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp active dry yeast
- 6 cups flour may need more, depending on the brand
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 200 grams unsalted butter
Brushing tops
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients for brioche bread.
- Combine the warm (110°F) milk with yeast, sugar, and two cups of flour. Whisk the ingredients together. Cover the bowl with a towel and set it aside in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the dough mixture. Whisk in the remaining flour in small portions.
- Knead the dough by hand or in a stand mixer until it becomes elastic. This will take about 10-15 minutes. Cover the dough and let it rise for about an hour.
- Remove the dough from the bowl and divide it into two even pieces. Next, divide each piece into three pieces. Roll each piece out into a long rope. Connect the ends of the ropes together and braid them.
- Place braided brioche on a lined baking sheet, cover it with a towel, and let it rise for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs and water to create the egg wash. Brush the brioche with the egg wash.
- Bake the brioche at 350°F for about 30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
Nutrition
Calories: 2697kcal | Carbohydrates: 402g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 95g | Saturated Fat: 57g | Cholesterol: 321mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 863mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 114g | Vitamin A: 3015IU | Calcium: 368mg | Iron: 18mg