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Brioche Buns

June 23, 2026

Homemade brioche buns are soft, buttery, and incredibly fluffy, making them the perfect foundation for burgers, sandwiches, and more. With their rich flavor, tender crumb, and beautiful golden-brown crust, these buns take any meal to the next level. While they require a little patience, the homemade result is well worth the effort.

Prep Time: 3 Hours | Cook Time: 25 Minutes | Serves: 8-10 Buns | See Video Below

Ingredients:

520 Grams Bread Flour
50 Grams Sugar
15 Grams Yeast (Or 7 Grams Instant Yeast) I used instant yeast
1 tsp Salt
250 ML Whole Milk
2 Eggs
75 Grams Softened Unsalted Butter
1 Egg
1/4 Cup Whole Milk
4 Tbsp Melted Butter

Directions:

Start by heating 250 ml of milk in the microwave until it reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit (Very important for the yeast) then mix in 15 grams of fresh yeast or one packet of instant yeast, then set aside for 5-10 minutes so the yeast can activate
Next into a large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, salt, 2 eggs and the yeasty milk mixture until combined
Once fully combined, use a stand mixer if you have one or use your hands and knead for 20 minutes (10-15 minutes if using a stand mixer)
Then slowly add in the butter and continue kneading for an additional 15 minutes (5-10 with a stand mixer)
Next get a bowl and grease with butter so the dough doesn’t stick, then place the dough in the bowl and cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap and let sit at room temp for at least one hour or until it doubles in size
After doubled, flour a surface, remove the dough ball and use your hand to degas the dough
Then divide into even pieces weighing about 3-3.5 oz each, and roll into a ball (See video if unsure) I ended up with 9 buns
Place on a tray with parchment paper, flatten with a spatula and cover again for another hour
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
Mix together 1 egg and 1/4 cup of whole milk and brush onto buns just before baking
Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes making sure to rotate 180° halfway through
After removing the buns from the oven, immediately brush with the melted butter
Let cool for 10-15 minutes then set on a wire rack for another 20-30 minutes to reach room temp
Cut open and enjoy!