Experience the joy of homemade baking with our Ultra-Fluffy Two-Hour Brioche Milk Bread. This bread is everything you could wish for - a soft, fluffy interior, a perfectly golden crust, and an irresistible aroma. It's ideal for making toasts, sandwiches, or simply enjoying on its own. The combination of milk, yogurt, and butter gives it a rich, tender crumb, while the simple preparation process makes it a great recipe for bakers of all levels. In just two hours, you can create a loaf of bread that's sure to impress and satisfy your bread cravings.
Ingredients:
- 550g flour
- 300ml lukewarm milk
- 100g yogurt (lukewarm)
- 35g fresh yeast or 9g instant yeast
- 20g sugar
- 15g salt
- 80g butter
- 1 egg (room temperature), plus 1 egg for brushing
Instructions:
- Mix Wet Ingredients and Yeast:
- In a large bowl, combine lukewarm milk, yogurt, and one egg. Add yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir until the yeast has completely dissolved.
- Knead the Dough:
- Gradually add flour to the bowl. Using a dough hook on a kitchen machine, knead for 5-6 minutes on medium to high speed.
- Add butter and continue kneading for an additional 10 minutes, until the dough becomes glossy.
- First Rise:
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a ball.
- Let the dough rise at room temperature for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread:
- After the first rise, punch down the dough and give it a light knead.
- Divide the dough into three equal-sized balls. Tighten each ball by rolling it with your hands.
- Line a bread pan with parchment paper and arrange the dough balls in it.
- Second Rise:
- Allow the dough to rise again in the pan for 45 minutes.
- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) with a fan setting.
- Brush the top of the bread with a whisked egg.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
- Cool:
- After baking, cover the bread with a damp towel and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Enjoy this Ultra-Fluffy Two-Hour Brioche Milk Bread as a delightful addition to your breakfast, lunch, or any meal where you desire a touch of homemade warmth and comfort. 🍞✨🥛🧈