Name: Easy Easter Brioche Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup whole milk; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup raisins (optional); 1 beaten egg, for egg wash; colored sugar, for decoration (optional)

How To Make Easy Easter Brioche

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Preparation: 20 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
1 beaten egg, for egg wash
colored sugar, for decoration (optional)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
In a small saucepan, heat milk until warm. Add butter and stir until melted. Remove from heat.
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the egg mixture and the warmed milk mixture into the flour mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough and knead in the raisins if desired. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball.
Place the balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, allowing space for them to rise. Cover loosely with a clean cloth and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the risen brioche with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle with colored sugar if desired.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.