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Brioche Buns

RecipesBREADAug 18Written By Malu Bonifacio

Brioche buns are perfect on their own or with different spreads. Unlike other breads that use yeast and flour, Brioche has more butter and eggs in their ingredients. This results in buns that are softer and tastier.

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Brioche Buns

Ingredients

  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • ½ cup fresh milk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3½-4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 egg plus 1 tsp water for egg wash

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm water and 1 tsp of sugar. Set aside until it bubbles.
  2. In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook, add 2 cups flour, sugar, salt, yeast mixture, eggs, milk, and melted butter. Mix until incorporated.
  3. Add the rest of the flour. Turn the speed up to medium and let it mix for about 5 to 7 minutes or until you have a smooth and elastic dough.
  4. Take the dough out of the mixer and form a ball.
  5. Put the dough the oiled bowl and cover with towel. Place it in a warm spot to rise for an hour.
  6. When the dough doubles in size, punch down dough and divide it into 12 equal parts. around 80 grams each.
  7. Roll each piece of dough into a ball and place in a baking tray. Cover with a towel and let it rise for 30 minutes.
  8. Brush with egg wash.
  9. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.