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Almond Brioche Loaf

RecipesBREADJul 31Written By Malu Bonifacio

Brioche is a type of French bread that has high egg and butter content. It is one of my favorite breads because of its soft and fluffy texture.

I used slivered almonds to add more flavour and to make it crunchier to the bite.

Almond Brioche Loaf

Ingredients

  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • ¼ cup sugar plus 1 tsp
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp almond extract
  • 110 grams slivered almonds (divided)
  • 1 egg for brushing

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm water and 1 tsp of sugar.
  2. In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix the milk, melted butter, sugar, salt, and eggs.
  3. Add 2 cups of the flour and the yeast mixture. Mix until incorporated then add 2 more cups of flour and almond extract.
  4. Add the slivered almonds.
  5. Turn the speed up to medium and let it mix for about 5 to 7 minutes or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  6. Put it in the oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap and and place it in a warm spot to rise for an hour.
  7. After an hour, take out the dough and punch it down.
  8. Divide it into 2 equal parts.
  9. Place the dough in a loaf pan and cover to let it rise again for 30 minutes.
  10. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle the remaining slivered almonds.
  11. Bake at 375°F for 30-35 minutes or until it turned golden brown.