French Brioche-Style Breakfast Loaf

Rich buttery yeast bread with eggs and a soft golden crumb.

Ingredients

• 4 cups flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 10 tablespoons softened butter
• 1 egg for brushing

Directions

1. Combine flour, yeast, sugar, salt, eggs, and milk.
2. Knead while adding butter gradually until smooth and elastic.
3. Rise until doubled.
4. Shape into a loaf pan and proof until puffy.
5. Brush with egg and bake at 375°F for 30 to 35 minutes.