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For the Brioche:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon citrus zest (mix of lemon and orange)
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar
- A few drops of food coloring (optional)
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a small saucepan, gently warm ½ cup milk until it's lukewarm (not hot).
- Sprinkle 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast over the milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2. Mix the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 large eggs with ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
- Incorporate the citrus zest and softened butter, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add 3 ½ cups of flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix until a dough starts to form.
3. Knead the Dough
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Brioche
- Punch down the dough gently and divide it into desired portions. Shape into small rolls.
- Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
6. Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the brioche for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
7. Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon white vinegar.
- Add a few drops of food coloring if desired.
8. Glaze the Brioche
- Once the brioche has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top.
PT2H
2 hours
Breakfast
citrus brioche, breakfast pastry, vanilla glaze, homemade bread, sweet bread, brunch recipe, oven-baked, gourmet breakfast, sweet roll, citrus zest
Feeds 4 adults
Total: 2000 calories for the entire dish
#CitrusBrioche #VanillaGlaze #GourmetBreakfast #OvenBaked #HomeBaking
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Delightful Citrus Breakfast Brioche with Vanilla Zest Glaze
Ingredients
For the Brioche:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon citrus zest (mix of lemon and orange)
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar
- A few drops of food coloring (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a small saucepan, gently warm ½ cup milk until it's lukewarm (not hot).
- Sprinkle 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast over the milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2. Mix the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 large eggs with ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
- Incorporate the citrus zest and softened butter, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add 3 ½ cups of flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix until a dough starts to form.
3. Knead the Dough
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Brioche
- Punch down the dough gently and divide it into desired portions. Shape into small rolls.
- Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
6. Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the brioche for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
7. Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon white vinegar.
- Add a few drops of food coloring if desired.
8. Glaze the Brioche
- Once the brioche has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top.
Total Time
PT2H
2 hours
Type of Dish
Breakfast
Keywords
citrus brioche, breakfast pastry, vanilla glaze, homemade bread, sweet bread, brunch recipe, oven-baked, gourmet breakfast, sweet roll, citrus zest
Recipe Yield
Feeds 4 adults
Calories
Total: 2000 calories for the entire dish
#CitrusBrioche #VanillaGlaze #GourmetBreakfast #OvenBaked #HomeBaking
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