Description

This Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf recipe yields a soft, fluffy bread with a delightful raspberry filling. Perfect for breakfast or an elegant snack, the brioche is enriched with eggs and milk, offering a tender crumb and a beautiful golden crust thanks to the egg wash. The raspberry swirl adds a burst of fruity sweetness, making this loaf both visually appealing and delicious.

Ingredients

Brioche Dough

Eggs (quantity as per dough recipe, generally 2 large)
Milk (quantity as per dough recipe, approximately 1/2 cup)
Flour (assumed about 3 cups for brioche dough)
Yeast (about 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast)
Sugar (approximately 1/4 cup)
Butter (approximately 1/2 cup, softened)
Salt (about 1 tsp)

Filling

Raspberry filling (approximately 3/4 cup to 1 cup)

Finishing

Egg (1 large, for egg wash)
Milk (1 tbsp, for egg wash)
Aluminum foil (optional, for covering during baking)

Instructions

Second Rise: Cover the shaped brioche loaves with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, or until they have puffed up noticeably.
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the brioche loaves.
Prepare Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and milk to create an egg wash. This will be brushed on the loaves to give them a beautiful golden color after baking.
Brush Loaves: Gently brush the tops of the risen loaves with the prepared egg wash, making sure to cover evenly for a glossy finish.
Bake: Place the loaves in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Bake until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. If they brown too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
Cool: Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Ensure the dough has risen sufficiently during the second rise for a soft and fluffy texture.
You can cover the loaves with aluminum foil during baking if they brown too quickly.
Letting the bread cool completely before slicing ensures cleaner slices without squishing the loaf.
Use fresh or good-quality raspberry filling for the best flavor.
Adjust the amount of sugar in the dough depending on your preference for sweetness.

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including dough preparation and rise times)
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Keywords: Brioche, Raspberry Swirl, Soft Bread, Breakfast Bread, Sweet Bread, Homemade Bread