This Soft Butter Brioche Is Golden Outside and Incredibly Fluffy Inside

This soft butter brioche is rich, fluffy and perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

The key is to knead the dough well and add the butter slowly for a light pull-apart crumb.

Ingredients for 1 loaf

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 80 g sugar
• 10 g dry yeast
• 3 large eggs
• 150 ml warm milk
• 180 g soft butter, diced
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon milk, for brushing

How to make it

Start the dough

Mix flour, sugar, yeast, eggs, milk and salt. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough becomes elastic.

Add the butter

Add the soft butter a few pieces at a time, kneading well after each addition. The dough should become smooth and supple.

Let it rise twice

Cover and let rise until doubled. Shape the brioche, place it in a loaf pan and let it rise again for 45 to 60 minutes.

Bake until golden

Brush with egg wash and bake at 180°C for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

Conclusion

Soft butter brioche takes patience, but the result is tender, fragrant and beautifully fluffy.