👩🍳 Instructions: How to Make Super Soft Milk Brioche!
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
1️⃣ In a small bowl, mix the warm milk and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
2️⃣ Sprinkle the yeast over the milk, give it a light stir, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until it becomes foamy. This means your yeast is alive and ready to work!
Step 2: Make the Dough
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2️⃣ Add the activated yeast mixture, egg, and egg yolk. Mix with a wooden spoon or in a stand mixer with a dough hook.
3️⃣ Gradually add the softened butter, one small piece at a time, mixing well after each addition. The dough will start sticky but will become smooth and elastic after kneading.
4️⃣ Knead for 10-12 minutes (by hand) or 8 minutes (in a stand mixer) until the dough is soft, stretchy, and slightly tacky.
Step 3: First Rise – Let the Dough Puff Up! ☁️
1️⃣ Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl.
2️⃣ Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 – 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Step 4: Shape & Second Rise
1️⃣ Once the dough has doubled, punch it down gently and transfer it to a floured surface.
2️⃣ Divide the dough into 8-10 equal pieces and shape them into smooth balls.
3️⃣ Place them in a buttered baking pan (round or loaf-style).
4️⃣ Cover and let them rise again for 45 minutes. They should puff up beautifully!
Step 5: Egg Wash & Bake! 🔥
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Brush the dough balls with the egg wash (egg yolk + milk). This will give them that gorgeous golden color! ✨
3️⃣ Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is deep golden brown.
Step 6: The Final Buttery Touch 🧈
1️⃣ As soon as the brioche comes out of the oven, brush with melted butter for an extra soft, rich finish!
2️⃣ Let it cool slightly before pulling apart and enjoying the fluffiest, softest brioche ever!
🍽️ How to Enjoy This Super Soft Brioche?
✅ With butter and jam – a simple, delicious breakfast! 🍓🥖
✅ As a sandwich – makes the softest sandwiches ever! 🥪
✅ With Nutella or honey – sweet and irresistible! 🍫🍯
✅ French toast – turns into the best French toast of your life! 🍞🍯
✅ With coffee or tea – the ultimate cozy treat! ☕🍵
🌟 Pro Tips for a Perfect Milk Brioche!
💡 Use bread flour for even softer, fluffier brioche. 🍞
💡 Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic – this ensures a light, airy texture!
💡 Let it rise properly – don’t rush the process; a long rise makes it super soft. ☁️
💡 For a sweeter brioche, add an extra tablespoon of sugar! 🍯
🥰 Ready to Bake the Fluffiest Milk Brioche Ever?
This bread is so soft, buttery, and airy, it almost disappears when you bite into it! 😍 Would you try this recipe? Let me know in the comments! 👇💬