Recipe detail

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast
and salt
2. Mix 4 of the eggs with the milk and gradually add
to the dry ingredients. Combine and beat well until
the dough reaches an elastic consistency
3. Gradually add half the butter to the dough and knead
4. Add the rest of the butter and mix at high speed
until the dough is soft and smooth
5. Tip the dough on a lightly floured surface, knead
lightly, shape into a ball, flip and fold
6. Transfer into a large mixing bowl, cover with
a cloth and allow to rise at room temperature until
it doubles in size (for about an hour)
7. Tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface
again. Repeat the previous process: knead lightly,
shape into a ball, flip and fold
8. Refrigerate overnight and allow to rest at room
temperature for about 2 hours
9. Grease 16 x 8cm diameter molds
10. Tip out the dough onto a work surface and shape
into a ball
11. Cut in half and divide each half into 8 equal portions
and wrap each of the portions in cling film
12. Working on one bun at a time, unwrap and shape
into a ball and gently place in the mold
13. Transfer all the molds into a GN container and cover
with a cloth
14. Allow to proof for an hour
15. Set the oven at 170°C on combi (slow fan speed)
16. Beat the remaining two eggs, yolk and a bit of salt
and brush onto the brioches
17. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown
18. Serve warm