Milk Brioche Rolls are incredibly soft, fluffy, buttery, and lightly sweet with a rich bakery-style texture. These pillowy rolls are perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or serving warm with butter and jam. Their golden shiny tops and tender interior make them irresistible fresh from the oven.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- Add warm milk, eggs, softened butter, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into equal portions. Shape into smooth rolls.
- Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish or on a baking sheet.
- Cover and let rise again for 45–60 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together egg and milk for the egg wash. Brush over the tops of the rolls.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Brush warm rolls with melted butter for a soft glossy finish if desired.
Tips
- Bread flour gives the rolls a softer chewy texture.
- Do not overheat the milk or it may affect the yeast.
- These rolls are delicious with honey butter or fruit preserves.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Rise Time
2 hours
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
2 hours 40 minutes
Servings
12 rolls
