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Before we delve into the filling process, let’s first understand the basic recipe for making brioche bread. You will need the following ingredients:
– 500 grams of all-purpose flour
– 10 grams of instant yeast
– 50 grams of granulated sugar
– 5 grams of salt
– 4 large eggs
– 150 grams of unsalted butter, at room temperature
– 100 ml of warm milk
Once you have gathered all the ingredients, you can proceed with the following steps:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Make sure to whisk them together until well incorporated.
2. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and crack the eggs into it. Reserve one egg yolk for later use.
3. Gradually mix the eggs into the dry ingredients, using a wooden spoon or your hands. Then, slowly pour in the warm milk while continuing to mix.
4. When the mixture starts to come together, transfer it onto a clean and lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. After kneading, add the soft unsalted butter to the dough in small increments. Knead until the butter is fully incorporated and the dough becomes shiny and elastic.
6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.
Now that our brioche dough is ready, we can move on to filling it:
7. Once the dough has doubled in size, gently deflate it by pressing down on it with your fingertips. Transfer it to a floured surface and divide it into equal portions. The number of portions will depend on the size of your desired bread.
8. Take one portion of the dough and flatten it slightly with your hands to create a disc shape. Place your desired filling in the center of the disc, ensuring not to overfill. Some popular fillings include chips, raisins, jams, or even savory options like cheese and ham.
9. Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching them together to seal the filling inside. Shape the dough into a ball, ensuring the seam is at the bottom.
10. Repeat the process with the remaining dough portions and desired fillings.
11. Transfer the filled brioche bread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart to allow room for rising. Cover the sheet with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
12. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Beat the reserved egg yolk with a splash of milk and brush this mixture gently over the risen brioche bread.
13. Bake the brioche bread for about 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
Congratulations! You have successfully filled and baked your very own brioche bread. The end result should be a beautifully golden, fluffy bread with a scrumptious inside. Whether you prefer sweet or savory fillings, brioche bread offers endless possibilities for your culinary creativity. Enjoy your homemade brioche bread fresh out of the oven or use it to create delightful sandwiches or French toast. Happy baking!
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