Description
These Easy Brioche Buns are light, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery, making them perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed with jam or butter.
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1/2 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 egg (for egg wash)
Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the frothy yeast mixture, 4 eggs, and softened butter.
- Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch down the dough gently to release air bubbles. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape them into balls.
- Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Cover the buns with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes, until they puff up.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl and brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For savory buns, mix in dried rosemary or thyme to the dough.
For garlic-flavored brioche buns, add roasted garlic to the dough.
If you want a sweeter version, increase the sugar and add vanilla extract.
If using gluten-free flour, the results may vary, but you can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg