Easter Brioche Bread

Step 1

☀️ Day 1

Step 2

In a big bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar until they becomes lighter in colour and some bubbles start to form. Keep the egg whites in the fridge as we will need them.In a small bowl, melt the butter and warm up the milk in the microwave.

Step 3

Add to the eggs and sugar, and mix in the salt and flours. Add the dry yeast last, so it doesn’t come into contact with the salt.Now using a wooden spoon, vigorously mix the dough. It will be a workout, but it won’t take long to make it come together into a smooth ball.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with cling film and wrap in a tea towel to keep it warm. Leave it in a place away from draughts to prove for 18 hours.A couple of times in the first 6 hours, whenever you remember, give it another mix using your hands if it‘s too hard with a spoon.

Step 5

☀️Day 2

Step 6

Divide your dough into 150g portions and roll each one into a ball. Place them on baking paper, leaving some space between them. Using scissors make a deep cut in the middle.

Step 7

Cover with a tea towel and let them prove for another 4-5 hours. Pre-heat the oven at 180° and once hot, take the egg whites you saved, beat them into stiff peaks and brush them onto each ball.

Step 8

Sprinkle some sugar on top, and bake them for around 20 mins, putting a tray of water at the bottom of the oven to create steam and help them rise.

Step 9

They are delicious warm, but they will keep for a couple of days wrapped in a tea towel or paper.