Description
This rich, golden sourdough brioche bread blends the tangy complexity of natural fermentation with the buttery softness of a classic French loaf. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or the ultimate French toast.
Ingredients
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup active sourdough starter
4 large eggs
¼ cup milk
¼ cup sugar
1 tsp salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened (not melted)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix flour, starter, eggs, milk, sugar, and salt until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Knead in butter slowly, a few tablespoons at a time, until fully incorporated and dough is smooth.
3. Cover and let rise at room temp for 4–6 hours, then refrigerate overnight.
4. Next day, shape into a loaf or braid and place in a greased pan.
5. Proof at room temp for 2–4 hours until puffy.
6. Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes until deep golden and shiny.
Notes
Use a very active starter for best rise.
Let butter soften at room temp but do not melt.
Overnight refrigeration deepens flavor and improves texture.
Slice and freeze leftovers for quick French toast or bread pudding.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: sourdough brioche bread, sourdough brioche, sourdough bread, enriched dough