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    Home » Desserts » Classic French brioche

    Classic French brioche

    Published: Sep 12, 2014 · Modified: Apr 30, 2022 by Mélanie · This post may contain affiliate links · 17 Comments

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    The sweet taste of the buttery pull-apart bread is so irresistible.   You have one bite, you are still chewing that you go for the second bite already.  That good.  I love it for breakfast too, with some (more) butter spread on it and some fig jam from my Maman.

    I would share the bread and I have, it was a success.   I made some more.  But the jam.... No no, not negotiable.  It is gold and strategically portion until the next French visits and can get some more for me from my mom.

    Braided bread or brioche

    This brioche definitely reminds me of the 4pm snacks, also called le goûter.   Eating it was so meaningless back then.   Now, enjoying a slice of it brings me back so many souvenirs, so many childhood friends (Hi Julia!).  There are tastes and smells that just transport you somewhere else.  Isn't crazy?  It's there but it's transparent and it has this power on you.

    braided bread brioche

    This is why I want my kids to remember some smells and tastes...  My son started Junior Kindergarden Tuesday and I was so exited to prepare him some nice little lunches.

    Guess what?  He wants the simple and classic things, the easy and simple.  I should feel lucky but I thought I would prepare some fancy lunch boxes.  Maybe later, we are still on the 1st week.

    Are you a mom?  How is your adventure so far?  Pretty crazy, eh?  We are all learning and adapting.   Motherhood is just the best adventure of one's life.   Tiring too! Ahah.

    Braided bread brioche

    Back to the recipe, it is not a spontaneous recipe since it requires some resting of the dough.  I made some on the weekends and we enjoyed it for a few days.  On the 4th day, it was starting to dry out a little and I made Pain perdu or French toast.  WOW!

    Try it.  Amazing way to start your day!

    All the efforts are worth it.  Waking up at 6am to a nice fresh buttery brioche is motivating, a pleasure....  LET'S BE REAL HERE.  The brioche is delish but at 10am.  There, seems more honest.  Ahah!

    Come on.

    Breaded bread brioche

    See those little impatient hands...  My little princess knew what was coming up.

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    5 from 13 votes

    French Braided Brioche Bread

    Classic French Brioche or braided bread, your perfect buttery breakfast. Makes an amazing French toast too.
    Prep Time30 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    14 hrs
    Total Time14 hrs 50 mins
    Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack
    Cuisine: French
    Servings: 2 brioches
    Calories: 1154kcal
    Author: Mélanie

    Ingredients

    For the 1st step

    • 150 ml milk
    • 150 g flour
    • 8 g yeast

    For the 2nd step - 12 hours later

    • 3 egg yolks
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 70 g butter ¾ of a cup, soften
    • 100 g sugar
    • 250 g flour 2 full cups
    • 8 g yeast

    For the egg wash:

    • 1 egg yolk
    • 1 tablespoon milk

    Instructions

    • For the 1st step
    • Place the milk, the flour and the yeast in the bowl, mix it well. Set aside for 12 hours at room temperature.
    • For the 2nd step, 12 hours later
    • In the bowl where there is your preparation, add the egg yolks, the vanilla, the butter and the sugar, mix well.
    • Add the yeast and gradually add the flour. It should start to form a dough, a little sticky at first.
    • Knead the dough for 10-16 minutes.
    • Take the dough, separate it in 2 equal balls.
    • From each ball, divide it in 3 parts and make rolls to braid them.
    • Once you have braided both your dough, let them rest for 1h30minutes.
    • For the egg wash:
    • Take the egg yolk and the milk and stir well.
    • With a brush, apply some on each braid.
    • Place in the oven at 360F for 20 minutes or until your brioches are golden.

    Notes

    You can keep the brioches fresh in an air-tight container for 3-4 days. If you have some leftovers, you can make some French Toast.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 1154kcal | Carbohydrates: 214g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 403mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 57g | Vitamin A: 711IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 214mg | Iron: 11mg
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    1. kitchenr jon says

      September 12, 2014 at 12:16 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, that's a beautiful brioche! And your child is so lucky to eat so well at school. Our oldest just started senior kindergarten and is loving being back at school. It's really great being able to pack lunches full of delicious homemade food, although at times it does get a bit tiring. That's why we are glad he likes helping make the lunches, so hopefully in a year or two he can do it all on his own.

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 12, 2014 at 1:31 pm

        Thank you Jon, M. is not eating all his lunch I'm preparing but we'll get there. How old are your boys? I'm looking forward for M. to prepare it alone ahaha. Poor thing, he just entered JK.

        Reply
    2. Our Fresh Kitchen says

      September 12, 2014 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      This looks absolutely delicious. It's a must try in my kitchen. You made me crave for some bread.

      Reply
    3. Sarah | (Cooking for) Kiwi & Bean says

      September 12, 2014 at 3:15 pm

      5 stars
      Looks beautiful, and delish! My poor son is allergic to wheat, and just looking at a picture of this bread makes me sad for him...because bread is THE. BEST. Oy. Great to find out about your blog via FBC! Cheers!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 12, 2014 at 4:35 pm

        Oh no Sarah, I am so sorry to hear that. Given your blog, I gather that you are talented and able to make delicious recipe nonetheless!

        Reply
    4. Swati says

      September 12, 2014 at 4:55 pm

      5 stars
      That's a beautiful brioche! My daughter is a big fan of home baked breads and bet she would love this too. Goes on my baking list for this week. Glad to have found your blog via FBC☺

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 12, 2014 at 5:17 pm

        Thank you so much Swati! Your daughter will love it!

        Reply
    5. Melissa says

      September 13, 2014 at 12:07 am

      oh i have a weakness for brioche... just reading this made my mouth water. I could literally eat a whole loaf in one sitting - with butter of course!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 15, 2014 at 2:08 am

        Ahh just found your message in spam Melissa, sorry for that! Thank you so much for stopping by :)

        Reply
    6. Lisa @ Food Well Said says

      September 12, 2014 at 11:37 pm

      5 stars
      Gorgeous! Brioche (well most bread making in general) scares me but may have to add this to our Thanksgiving breakfast menu!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 13, 2014 at 1:47 am

        Thank you Lisa, let me know once you have tried it! You'll love it!

        Reply
    7. Candice Wingerter says

      September 12, 2014 at 11:54 pm

      5 stars
      Great photos Melanie!! The bread looks just delicious!!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 13, 2014 at 1:47 am

        Thank you Candice!

        Reply
    8. Liliana says

      September 14, 2014 at 11:54 pm

      5 stars
      Looks lovely! Although my daughters are young women now, I am sure they will come over for brioche.

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 15, 2014 at 2:08 am

        For sure, there are no age for nice treats Liliana :)

        Reply
    9. Helen @ Scrummy Lane says

      September 16, 2014 at 9:22 am

      5 stars
      Hi, Melanie! Brioche is one of my favourite breads ... freshly homemade must be beyond delicious at any time!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 17, 2014 at 1:20 am

        Thank you Helen, it was a big hit in my house and my in-laws too!

        Reply

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