Description

A soft, buttery brioche loaf swirled with luscious raspberry jam. Perfect for brunch or an indulgent snack, this Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf is visually stunning and incredibly delicious with a pillowy texture and vibrant fruity flavor.

Ingredients

3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 packet instant yeast (7g)

1 tsp salt

1/2 cup whole milk, warm

4 large eggs, room temperature

10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened and cubed

3/4 cup raspberry jam (preferably seedless)

1 tbsp cornstarch

1 tbsp water

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Optional: pearl sugar or coarse sugar for sprinkling

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Instructions

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
Add warm milk and eggs, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
Gradually add butter, a few cubes at a time, kneading for 10–15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1½ to 2 hours.
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, gently heat the raspberry jam. Stir in a mixture of cornstarch and water. Simmer briefly until thickened, then cool completely.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
Spread the raspberry filling evenly over the dough.
Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log.
Slice the log lengthwise to expose the swirl, then twist the two halves together, cut sides facing up.
Place the twisted dough in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let rise again for 45–60 minutes until puffy.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush loaf with beaten egg and sprinkle with pearl sugar if desired.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown. Tent with foil if it browns too quickly.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

You can substitute raspberry jam with other fruit jams like strawberry or cherry.

Add lemon zest to the jam for a citrusy note.

Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze sliced for longer storage.

Reheat in a toaster or low oven to restore softness.

For extra flavor, add chopped dark chocolate or almond paste with the filling.

Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus rising)
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 85mg