Milk Brioche Rolls recipe

Here’s a detailed recipe for making milk brioche rolls. These soft, slightly sweet rolls are perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk (110°F/45°C)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp milk

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast:
   • In a small bowl, mix the warm milk, warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Prepare the Dough:
   • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the flour and salt.
   • Add the softened butter and mix until it is well incorporated into the flour.
   • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
   • Add the vanilla extract and the yeast mixture.
   • Knead the dough on medium speed for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. The dough will be slightly sticky but should pull away from the sides of the bowl.
3. First Rise:
   • Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
4. Shape the Rolls:
   • Punch down the dough to release the air.
   • Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
   • Place the balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, spacing them evenly apart.
5. Second Rise:
   • Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until they have puffed up.
6. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Prepare the Egg Wash:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
   • Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg wash.
8. Bake:
   • Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
9. Cool:
   • Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.

Tips:

• Ensure that the milk and water are not too hot, as this can kill the yeast.
• You can add a touch more sugar if you prefer sweeter rolls.
• For an extra touch, sprinkle some coarse sugar on top before baking.

Enjoy your homemade milk brioche rolls!