Beautiful and Fluffy Raisin Brioche

Ingredients:

• All-purpose flour - 3 cups
• Warm milk - 1 cup
• Sugar - 1/4 cup
• Active dry yeast - 2 1/4 teaspoons
• Unsalted butter - 1/2 cup (softened)
• Eggs - 3
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Raisins - 1 cup

Calories (per serving): ~250 kcal

Cooking Steps:

Step 1: Activate Yeast

• In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes frothy.

Step 2: Mix Dough

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with flour, softened butter, eggs, and salt. Knead until a soft, elastic dough forms. Incorporate raisins into the dough evenly.

Step 3: First Rise

• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size (approximately 1-2 hours).

Step 4: Shape and Second Rise

• Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf or individual buns. Place them on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Step 5: Bake

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the brioche until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean (about 25-30 minutes).

Step 6: Cool and Enjoy

• Allow the raisin brioche to cool on a wire rack. Slice and savor the irresistible combination of soft bread and sweet raisins.

Elevate your baking skills with this Raisin Brioche recipe, a timeless creation that brings warmth and sweetness to every bite.