Sourdough Brioche

Name: Sourdough Brioche
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 8 oz active sourdough starter (1 cup, 100% hydration); 2 oz whole milk (¼ cup, scalded and cooled to 110°F); 16 ¼ oz bread flour (3 ¼ cups, see note); 4 large eggs (room temperature); 3 oz granulated sugar (⅓ cup); 1 ½ teaspoons salt; 8 oz unsalted European butter (1 cup, cool room temperature); 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

Prep:1hCook:30min

Classic Brioche is enhanced with sourdough starter. The dough bakes up to a light and silky bread. It can also be the basis of many delicious pastries. This recipe makes 2 large loaves.

Updated at: Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:04:39 GMT