Brioche Buns – The Ultimate Recipe for Homemade Bread Brioche Buns are my newfound passion when it comes to baking bread. The delectable blend of flavors and the impeccable texture make them an irresistible choice for any bread enthusiast. As I embark on my culinary journey, I am determined to prioritize the art of bread-making, for there is sheer joy in savoring a sandwich crafted with love on homemade white bread or indulging in the simple pleasure of warm, buttered brioche buns with a hint of jam. Join me in experiencing the true essence of freshly baked bread.
Brioche buns enhance the enjoyment of your burger or sandwich!. They possess a light, tender texture and are surprisingly easy to make, not to mention fast. I began crafting my own buns mainly due to the additives and flavorings found in store-bought options. Brioche buns are extremely rich in butter and incredibly soft, to the point where they are exceptionally delicate.
I have made Brioche buns before. When I ran across the recipe on Tiktok by @tastelessbaker I had to try it. This is his recipe that is a little different than my recipe. The recipe has a mixture incorporated into it called Tang Zhong. What is a Tang Zhong?
It is an Asian baking technique. It involves cooking a small amount of flour and liquid to create a paste that improves the texture of bread. I think it made a big difference. Its like a roux. On low heat you mix specified amounts of flour, water and milk. Cook the mixture on low heat to form a roux or paste., t to make a paste like substance that you then cool to use in the recipe.
what do you need to make these delicious buns?
- Bread Flour
- Instant dried yeast
- water
- milk
- salt
- sugar
- egg
- milk power
- unsalted butter
how do you make these delicious buns?
- Make the Tang Zhong and allow to come to room temperature
- Add the flour, yeast, salt, sugar and milk powder to a bowl of a stand mixer and mix.
- Then add tepid water
- Add one egg at room temperature
- Add the Tang Zhong
- Mix and gradually add the soften butter
- Knead with the dough hook for 5-10 minutes
- Turn out on a clean surface and form into a ball
- Place in a bowl and cover it to allow to double in size.
- Follow the additional steps in the recipe to finish.
These are the flour choices that I use:
And this is the dry milk that I used in the recipe….I think any powdered milk will work, like Carnation.
What are some items I use in breadmaking:
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Here is the recipe! Enjoy!
Brioche Buns
Equipment
- Stand Mixer
- Large bowl for proofing your dough
- Sheet Pans
- Bench scraper
- parchment paper
- plastic wrap
- clean thin cloth for the final rise
Ingredients
For the Tang Zhong
- 20 grams Bread Flour
- 30 ml water
- 60 grams milk
For the Dough
- 320 grams Bread flour (11.5% protein)
- 9 grams instant dried yeast
- 7 grams salt
- 25 grams white granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temp)
- 12 grams milk powder
- 45 grams softened unsalted butter at room temperature
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp water
Optional
- Melted butter for glazing
- black or white sesame
Instructions
For the Tang Zhong
- In a small pan over low heat add the the ingredients and form a roux or paste. Set aside and allow to cool.
For the Dough
- Add the flour, yeast, salt, sugar and milk powder to a bowl of a stand mixer. With the dough hook in place turn the mixer on and just combine these ingredients. Add the tepid water, one egg, the Tang Zhong. With the mixer on low to medium add the butter and knead for 5-10 minutes.
- Turn the dough out onto a clen surface and form into a ball. Place in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with plastic and allow to double in size.
- After the first rise, punch the dough down, and turn out onto a floured surface. Flatten the dough out a little and cut into six pieces. Form each piece into a ball and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Cover with a loose cloth and allow to double in size.
- Gently brush each roll with your egg wash and add the sesame seeds if you desire. Completely optional.
- Place into a preheated 375 oven and bake about 15 minutes. I used my convection so I lowered it 25 degrees.
- Remove from the oven and use for your favorite burger!