Cheesy Garlic Brioche

Soft, fluffy brioche filled with buttery garlic, melted cheese, and aromatic herbs. This Cheesy Garlic Brioche is rich, savory, and incredibly comforting – with notes of mint, basil, garlic, and black pepper in every bite. Perfect as a side, snack, or centerpiece.

Author: Delicate Kitchen

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 6 portions

Calories: 477 kcal per serving

Ingredients

110 milliliter - warm milk
5 grams - dry yeast
1 - egg
60 grams - butter
300 grams - all-purpose flour
25 grams - sugar
85 grams - butter
130 grams - cheese mozzarella
salt
½ tsp - black pepper
1 tsp - dried mint
1 tsp - dried basil
1 tbsp - garlic powder

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tsp sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until slightly foamy.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the egg, softened butter, and the milk-yeast mixture. Knead for 8–10 minutes (by hand or with a mixer) until the dough is smooth, soft, and elastic.
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and let them rest for 10 minutes – this makes shaping much easier.
Roll it into a small rectangle spread the garlic butter and cheese filling over the lower half. Cut the top half into 8 thin strips lengthwise lightly roll the filled half. Lay or twist the strips over the roll to create the braided look.
Place the shaped brioches into small tins or on a lined baking tray. Cover lightly and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
Brush with a little milk. Bake at 175°C (top & bottom heat) for about 28 minutes, until golden brown.
Immediately brush generously with melted butter. If you want the top to stay extra soft, cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest for at least 1 hour.

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