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Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf

Soft, buttery brioche loaf swirled with sweet raspberry jam, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Brioche Dough
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup whole milk warmed
  • 4 egg large
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
Raspberry Swirl
  • 0.75 cup raspberry jam seedless or strained
  • 1 tbsp sugar optional
Egg Wash
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Wire rack
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast by combining warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add eggs and yeast mixture, mixing until dough forms.
  3. Gradually add softened butter, kneading 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread raspberry jam evenly, then roll tightly into a log. Pinch seams.
  6. Place dough in prepared loaf pan and let rise 45–60 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush loaf with egg wash.
  8. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden brown and internal temp reaches 190°F (88°C). Cool on wire rack.

Notes

For extra shine, brush with simple syrup after baking.