Soft and Fluffy Brioche Rolls

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Soft and Fluffy Brioche Rolls

These brioche rolls are ultra-soft, buttery, slightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast, dinner rolls, or sandwiches. They pull apart easily and stay fluffy for days.

 Description

Brioche is a rich French-style bread made with eggs, milk, and butter. These rolls have a pillowy interior and a shiny golden top, making them both delicious and beautiful.

 Ingredients

For the dough

  • 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour

  • 2¼ tsp (7 g) instant yeast

  • ¼ cup (50 g) sugar

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)

  • ¾ cup (180 ml) warm milk (not hot)

  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, very soft

For brushing

  • 1 egg + 1 tbsp milk (egg wash)

  • Optional topping: sesame seeds or sugar glaze

 Instructions

1. Make the dough

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

  2. Add eggs and warm milk. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

  3. Gradually add soft butter, kneading until fully incorporated.

2. Knead

  • Knead by hand (10–12 min) or mixer (7–8 min) until dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly sticky.

3. First rise

  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1½–2 hours until doubled.

4. Shape rolls

  1. Punch down dough.

  2. Divide into 12–16 equal balls.

  3. Arrange in a greased baking pan.

5. Second rise

  • Cover and let rise again 45–60 minutes until puffy.

6. Bake

  1. Brush with egg wash.

  2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

7. Cool & enjoy

  • Let cool slightly before serving for maximum fluffiness.

 Tips for Best Results

  • Butter must be very soft, not melted

  • Dough should be sticky but manageable

  • Don’t rush the rising time

  • Brush with melted butter after baking for extra softness

  • Store covered to keep moisture in

 Servings

  • Makes 12–16 rolls

  • Serving size: 1 roll

 Nutritional Information (Approx. per roll)

  • Calories: 210

  • Carbohydrates: 28 g

  • Protein: 6 g

  • Fat: 9 g

  • Sugar: 6 g

(Values vary by size and ingredients)

 Benefits

  • Soft texture makes it easy to eat

  • Great source of energy

  • Versatile: sweet or savory

  • Perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or dinner rolls

  • Homemade = no preservatives

 Q & A

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
✔ Yes! Refrigerate shaped rolls overnight and bake the next day.

Q: Can I freeze brioche rolls?
✔ Absolutely. Freeze after baking for up to 2 months.

Q: Can I use active dry yeast instead?
✔ Yes, but activate it first in warm milk with sugar for 5–10 minutes.

Q: Why is my dough sticky?
✔ Brioche dough is meant to be soft—avoid adding too much flour.

Q: Can I make them sweeter?
✔ Add 2–3 extra tablespoons of sugar if desired.

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