Description
Indulge in the delightful Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf, a soft and buttery bread that beautifully marries the rich texture of brioche with the vibrant sweetness of raspberry preserves. This stunning loaf is not just a feast for the eyes; its flavorful swirls make it perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any festive gathering. Whether you enjoy it warm with butter or transformed into a decadent French toast, this versatile treat will surely impress your family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, baking this elegant loaf is an enjoyable experience for bakers of all levels.
Ingredients
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- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for a bright flavor)
- 1 cup raspberry preserves or jam
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken the jam)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp butter, melted (for brushing)
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice (for a tangy finish)
- 1 tbsp milk or cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add softened butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt to form a dough. Knead on a floured surface until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, mix raspberry preserves with cornstarch and water until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- After rising, punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread the raspberry filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll tightly from one end to the other to form a log. Pinch seams to seal.
- Place the rolled loaf seam-side down in a greased loaf pan. Cover again with plastic wrap and allow it to rise until puffy, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Combine powdered sugar with lemon juice and milk in a bowl until smooth. Brush melted butter over warm loaf before drizzling glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg