Brioche Vendéenne

Brioche Vendéenne is a soft, slightly sweet French bread enriched with butter and eggs, perfect for a delightful lunch. This Halal version maintains its authentic flavors while being suitable for all dietary needs.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 250 grams
• active dry yeast - 7 grams
• milk - 100 ml
• granulated sugar - 30 grams
• salt - 5 grams
• eggs - 2 large
• unsalted butter - 75 grams, softened
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water) - for brushing

Steps

1. In a small bowl, warm the milk until it's lukewarm, then sprinkle the yeast over it and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt, then make a well in the center.
3. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and the yeast mixture into the well. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Incorporate the softened butter into the dough, a little at a time, kneading until fully absorbed.
6. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
7. After the first rise, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller pieces for individual rolls.
8. Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Cover with a clean towel and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.
10. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the top of the dough with the egg wash.
11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
12. Let the brioche cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of energy due to its carbohydrate content.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats from eggs and butter.

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