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Homemade Orange Brioche

Homemade Orange Brioche That's Soft, Buttery, and Irresistible

Homemade Orange Brioche is a soft, buttery, and irresistible treat perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute up to half with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 packet Yeast No need to proof it separately.
  • 1 cup Warm milk About 100°F for activation.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 3 large Eggs For best results.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Ensure it's softened.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange zest Fresh zest is key.
  • 1/4 cup Orange juice Freshly squeezed is best.
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For spreading.
  • 1 jar Jam or preserves Choose citrus-compatible.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Flour surface
  • Loaf Pan
  • oven
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Recipe Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine yeast with warm milk and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and orange zest.
  3. Add foamy yeast mixture, beaten eggs, orange juice, and softened butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
  4. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Shape dough into a ball and let it rise for 2–3 hours until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or rolls. Let rise for another 1–2 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake brioche for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and rise. Knead properly for fluffiness.

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