Brioche Siciliana

Brioche Siciliana is a soft, sweet Italian bread enriched with eggs and butter, typically enjoyed for breakfast. Its delicate flavor and fluffy texture make it a delightful start to the day, often paired with a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of fresh fruit.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Warm milk (about 37°C) - 100 ml
• Eggs - 2 large
• Unsalted butter (melted) - 50 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Powdered sugar (for dusting) - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the frothy yeast mixture, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a round ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Cover the shaped brioche with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
8. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
9. Bake the brioche for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.
10. Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains protein and essential vitamins from eggs and dairy.

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