Easter Brioche

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 ounces dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 4 cups flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 6 eggs, plus
  • 2 eggs, to put in at baking time

Instructions

  1. Dissolve the yeast thoroughly in the warm water. In a medium bowl, mix in 1 cup of the flour. Stir till mixed well. Cover and let rise till double in size.
  2. Blend the remaining flour in a large bowl with salt and sugar. Beat three eggs and stir in to flour. Will be crumbly. Gradually add the cup of melted butter stirring constantly. Beat the remaining three eggs and add while continuing to stir. Finally, add the yeast/flour mixture blending until completely incorporated. Use your hands if necessary. The resulting dough will be sticky. Cover and let rise till doubled in size.
  3. Deflate and shape into two round loaves or braid (this is not easy as the dough is very soft). Place a raw egg in center and let rise on baking sheet for at least a half hour. Place in 375 degree preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes till golden brown. You may brush the top with milk or egg yolk to glaze if desired.
  4. Prep time does not include rising time.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

502 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.3g 23% DV
Total Fat 27.3g 35% DV
Carbs 53.7g 20% DV
Fiber 4.1g 15% DV
Sugar 0.5g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10608mg 100% DV
Potassium 769.8mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 109.5mg 8% DV
Iron 3mg 17% DV
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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