Milk Brioche Recipe

This Milk Brioche recipe will guide you through making wonderfully soft and fluffy bread with a tender crumb and rich buttery flavor. Perfect for breakfast, or enjoyed on its own, this classic French bread is slightly sweet and enriched with milk and butter, giving it that characteristic golden color and pillowy texture. Whether you’re a baking pro or just starting out, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding!

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened and cut into small pieces
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Egg Wash

• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon milk