Description
A delightful and fluffy brioche loaf swirled with sweet-tart raspberry jam, evoking childhood memories and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Combine wet and dry: Whisk in the melted butter and eggs into the yeast mixture, then pour into the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Roll it out: Roll the dough into a rectangle about 12×18 inches.
- Add the jam: Spread raspberry jam evenly over the dough with a small border.
- Roll it up: Starting from one long side, roll tightly into a log and seal the seams.
- Shape the loaf: Cut the log in half lengthwise, twist the two strands, and place in a greased bread pan.
- Second rise: Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat and bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and center reaches 190°F (88°C).
- Cool and enjoy: Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For additional flavors, consider mixing in nuts or using berry medley jam instead of raspberry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: brioche, raspberry, baking, bread, dessert