Milk brioche rolls are a delightful and soft bread variation that incorporates milk into the dough, resulting in a rich and tender texture. Here’s a simple recipe for making milk brioche rolls:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Additional butter for brushing (optional)
Instructions:
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the mixture and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until the yeast is activated and becomes frothy.
- Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook for this step.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball or roll and place them in a greased baking pan, leaving some space between each roll.
- Second Rise: Cover the rolls and let them rise for another 30-60 minutes, or until they puff up.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown. Optionally, brush the tops with melted butter for a shiny finish.
- Cool: Allow the milk brioche rolls to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These milk brioche rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of the day. Enjoy them with butter, jam, or your favorite spreads
