Soft Brioche Buns - freshly baked bread

Soft Brioche Buns

Dinner Rolls & Buns

Rich, buttery brioche buns with a golden, egg-washed exterior. Perfect for burgers, pulled pork, or enjoyed warm with jam.

Prep Time

25 min

Proof Time

2h

Bake Time

18 min

Servings

12

Calories

220

Ingredients

  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ tsp instant yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix

    Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg.

  2. 2

    Knead

    Knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  3. 3

    First Rise

    Cover and rise 45 minutes until doubled.

  4. 4

    Shape

    Divide into equal pieces and shape as directed.

  5. 5

    Second Rise

    Cover and rise 20–25 minutes until puffy.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Brush with egg wash. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden. Brush with butter.

Baker's Notes

The secret to incredibly soft dinner rolls is enrichment — butter, milk, and egg create a tender crumb that stays soft for days.

Baker Thomas Moreau

Nutrition Facts

220

cal

7g

Protein

3g

Fat

43g

Carbs

4g

Fiber

256mg

Sodium

Tips & Tricks

  • Brush with butter immediately after baking for the softest crust.
  • These reheat beautifully wrapped in foil at 300°F for 5 minutes.
  • Freeze extras for up to 3 months — thaw and warm before serving.

Reviews (5)

Michael W.★★★★★

This recipe is a keeper. The Baker's Notes really helped me understand the technique. My new favourite bread to bake on weekends.

Sarah M.★★★★★

So glad I found this recipe. The instructions are clear and the result is consistently great. I've made it four times already and it's perfect every time.

David C.★★★★★

Bakery-quality bread at home. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing. The proofing tips really helped.

Lisa P.★★★★★

Made this for a dinner party and everyone wanted the recipe. The bread was the star of the table — warm, crusty, and absolutely delicious.

Robert B.★★★★★

Five stars! The crust was perfectly crispy and the crumb was soft and airy. I'll never buy store-bought bread again.