Mama's Tear & Share Brioche

With a slight sweetness and buttery flavor, Mama’s Tear & Share Brioche is a crowd-pleaser perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat.

The recipe allows for variation such as adding raisins or chocolate chips according to preference.

As with most breads, Mama’s Tear & Share Brioche is high in carbohydrates and calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

While not particularly healthy, the eggs used in this recipe provide a good source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.

	1 packet dried fast action yeast
	75 ml warm milk
	1 teaspoon sugar
	1 ounce strong white bread flour
	2 free range eggs
	8 ounces strong white bread flour
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
	2 ounces unsalted butter
	3/4 cup icing sugar
	hot water

1.	In a small bowl, mix together the yeast, warm milk, and sugar.
2.	In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
3.	Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture along with the eggs and vanilla sugar.
4.	Mix until dough forms, then knead for 5 minutes.
5.	Add the unsalted butter and continue to knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
6.	Transfer the dough to a clean bowl, cover, and allow to rise for 1 hour.
7.	Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
8.	Punch down the dough and shape into small balls, placing them in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet.
9.	Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.	Mix together the icing sugar and enough hot water to make a glaze, then drizzle over the warm brioche before serving.

Mama’s Tear & Share Brioche