Classic Brioche Loaf

Name: Classic Brioche Loaf
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 14 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup warm milk; 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast; 1/4 cup sugar; 4 eggs; 3 1/4 cups bread flour; 1 tsp salt; 1 cup softened butter, cubed

14 servings45 min prep35 min cookMedium

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Classic Brioche Loaf

Story updated September 18, 2026

Brioche is a rich, buttery French bread with roots traced to Normandy, documented as early as the 15th-16th centuries. It became associated with luxury baking due to its high butter and egg content, historically reserved for special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale:· 14 servings

1/4 cup warm milk
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 cup sugar
4 eggs
3 1/4 cups bread flour
1 tsp salt
1 cup softened butter, cubed

Instructions

1Stir yeast and sugar into warm milk; let sit until foamy.
2Whisk in eggs.
3Stir in flour and salt to form a dough, then knead 10 minutes.
4Add butter a few pieces at a time, kneading until fully incorporated and glossy.
5Chill the dough 1 hour, then shape into a loaf and let rise 2 hours at room temperature.
6Brush with egg wash and bake at 350°F for 32-35 minutes, until deep golden.

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