Brioche aux Amandes

Brioche aux Amandes is a delightful Moroccan almond brioche that combines soft, buttery bread with a rich almond flavor, perfect for a snack or dessert. This treat is lightly sweetened and topped with slivers of almonds, making it an irresistible addition to any tea time.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200g
• Active dry yeast - 7g
• Granulated sugar - 30g
• Salt - 3g
• Milk - 100ml (warm)
• Egg - 1 large
• Unsalted butter - 50g (melted)
• Almond extract - 1 tsp
• Sliced almonds - 30g (for topping)
• Powdered sugar - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture, melted butter, almond extract, and the egg.
3. Mix the ingredients until a dough forms, then knead for about 10 minutes on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Cover the loaf again and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). After the second rise, brush the top of the loaf with melted butter and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow it to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar (if desired) and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in complex carbohydrates providing energy.
• Contains almonds which are a good source of healthy fats and vitamin E.

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