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Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf

This Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf is a soft, buttery bread infused with a vibrant raspberry swirl, perfect for a delightful breakfast or an elegant snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup raspberry preserves or fresh raspberry puree
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Whisk together eggs and warm milk; gradually add to dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Incorporate softened butter, a few tablespoons at a time, kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
  5. Prepare raspberry filling by mixing raspberry preserves or puree with lemon juice.
  6. Roll out dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
  7. Spread the raspberry filling evenly over the dough.
  8. Roll the dough tightly into a log and place it seam-side down into a greased loaf pan.
  9. Cover and let rise again until nearly doubled, about 45 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Bake the loaf for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  12. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  13. Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, serve slightly warmed with a spread of butter or cream cheese.