Easy Homemade Brioche Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed meal provides binding properties with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and adds a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

Activate yeast in warm water until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Add eggs and activated yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.

Incorporate softened butter gradually while kneading.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Shape the dough into a loaf or rolls and place in a greased pan.

Cover and let rise again until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Brush the top with egg wash for shine.

Bake until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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