Delectable Rich and Buttery Sourdough Brioche Recipe
This rich and buttery sourdough brioche combines the tangy depth of a sourdough starter with the tender, flaky crumb of brioche for a deliciously indulgent bread perfect for savoring any time.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 13 hours 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Sourdough Starter (Must be active)
- 1 cup Lukewarm Milk (Use almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (Could substitute with honey or maple syrup)
- 3 cups Flour (Strong white bread flour recommended)
- 4 Eggs (No substitutes recommended)
- 1 cup Cold Milk (Keep it cold)
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (Vital for flavor and moisture)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Essential for flavor)
- 1 Egg Egg for Wash (Milk can be a substitute)
Instructions
- How to Make Rich and Buttery Sourdough Brioche
Prepare the Leaven: In a large bowl, combine your active sourdough starter, lukewarm milk, sugar, and flour. Let this mixture rise in a warm spot for 4-6 hours until it becomes bubbly and doubled in size. - Mix the Dough
Once your leaven is ready, mix it with eggs and cold milk in a separate bowl. Gradually fold in the flour and allow it to rest for 30 minutes. - Knead the Dough
Add salt to your dough and knead on low-medium speed for about 5 minutes. Gradually incorporate the softened unsalted butter and continue kneading until smooth. - Let it Rise
Transfer your dough to a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm area for roughly 4 hours. - Shape the Dough
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into round balls and place them in a loaf pan. Cover the pan and refrigerate it overnight. - Proof the Dough
Take the loaf pan out of the fridge and let the dough proof in a warm area for about 6 hours. - Bake the Brioche
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the top with the egg wash and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- The sourdough starter must be active for the best rise and flavor.
- Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free alternative.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Cold milk is important to keep the dough temperature controlled.
- Letting the dough refrigerate overnight enhances flavor and texture.
- Use an egg wash for a shiny, golden crust; milk can substitute if needed.
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