Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
500 g

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

sifted

1 tbsp

Milk

1 cup

Homemade Pizza And Pasta Sauce

2 tbsp

Sugar

1 tbsp

Butter

melted

0.5 tsp

Salt

2 tsp

Active dry yeast

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

200 ml

Milk

lukewarm

2 unit

Eggs

beaten

Step 1
~9 min

Pour lukewarm milk in a bowl, add sugar and yeast, mix well, and let it proof for 10 minutes.

Step 2
~9 min

Break the eggs into another bowl and beat them lightly.

Step 3
~9 min

Mix flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Step 4
~9 min

Make a depression in the center, pour in the eggs, melted butter, and yeast mixture.

Step 5
~9 min

Knead into smooth dough, adding additional water if needed, until pliable and soft.

Step 6
~9 min

Transfer the dough to a clean surface, dust with flour, and knead for about 20 minutes until smooth and shiny.

Step 7
~9 min

Make a ball, transfer to a greased bowl, and cover with a damp cloth.

Step 8
~9 min

Let it prove for an hour or until doubled in volume.

Step 9
~9 min

Punch the dough and knead it again.

Step 10
~9 min

Divide the dough into 4 portions.

Step 11
~9 min

Roll one portion into a 2mm thick circle.

Step 12
~9 min

Grease a baking tray and place the rolled dough on it.

Step 13
~9 min

Spread pizza sauce on top, leaving the edges.

Step 14
~9 min

Roll the second portion to the same size.

Step 15
~9 min

Lift carefully and place it on top of the first layer.

Step 16
~9 min

Spread pizza sauce on top, leaving the edges.

Step 17
~9 min

Repeat the same steps for two more layers, omitting sauce on the 4th layer.

Step 18
~9 min

Place a small bowl at the center of the layers.

Step 19
~9 min

Slit the layers into 4 (plus shape), leaving the center intact.

Step 20
~9 min

Cut in between the 4 portions to make 8 divisions (plus shape), leaving the center intact.

Step 21
~9 min

Cut in between the 8 portions to make 16 wedges.

Step 22
~9 min

Take two adjacent wedges and twist them to form a petal in the center.

Step 23
~9 min

Repeat for every 2 adjacent wedges, making a flower formation.

Step 24
~9 min

Seal the edges of every braid twist.

Step 25
~9 min

Cover the flower with a damp cloth and let it prove for another 30 minutes.

Step 26
~9 min

Brush milk over the dough very gently.

Step 27
~9 min

Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180 degrees for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 28
~9 min

Place on a wire rack and immediately brush with olive oil and let cool.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the yeast is active before mixing with other ingredients.

Brush with egg wash for a shinier crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with soup or salad.

Enjoy as a snack with coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato Soup
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Brioche is a classic French bread often associated with special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday Baking
Weekend Brunch

Popularity Score

65/100