Brioche is a butter-delivery system; the dough can take its weight in butter but only if it goes in slowly and cool. Keep the dough under 78F while you work the softened butter in bit by bit, because if it warms and greases out, the crumb turns dense instead of feathery.
The ratio500g flour + 6 eggs + 250g butter (50% of the flour) + 10g yeast. Chill overnight before shaping.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep30 min
Cook35 min
Makes1 loaf
CuisineFrench
Cost$$
Vegetarian
Contains dairy · eggs · gluten
Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy, and a flax or aquafaba egg for the egg.
Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free flour blend (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for1loaf
Active dry yeast
To leaven a heavy, enriched dough that needs a strong, steady rise.
A reasonable little indulgence. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
Air fryerSheet pan
The Method
Build the doughMix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, eggs, and cream into a stiff dough and knead until it climbs the hook and clears the bowl, about 8 minutes.
Add butter coolWith the mixer running, add the butter a tablespoon at a time, letting each piece disappear before the next. Keep the dough below 78F so it does not grease out.
Chill overnightCover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight. Cold dough is firm enough to shape and the slow rise deepens the flavor.
Shape and bakeShape, proof until pillowy, brush with egg wash, and bake at 350F for 30 to 35 minutes until deep mahogany and 190F inside.
Yes — bake it in a small pan or dish that fits the basket, at about 25°F below the recipe temperature. Air fryers run hot and fast, so check it early; no flipping needed.
Can you freeze Brioche? — Yes
Yes — freeze it well-wrapped, then reheat or toast straight from frozen. Frost or glaze after thawing.
Can you make Brioche ahead of time? — Yes
Yes — bake it a day or two ahead; it keeps well-wrapped at room temperature and freezes cleanly. Add any frosting or glaze close to serving.
Is Brioche gluten-free? — Not as written
Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free flour blend (check the other labels too).
Is Brioche vegan? — Vegetarian, not vegan
It’s vegetarian but not vegan as written — it has dairy and egg. Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy, and a flax or aquafaba egg for the egg.
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