Blueberry Pecan Brioche

A rich, buttery brioche infused with the sweetness of blueberries and crunch of toasted pecans, a quintessential American breakfast bread.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm Water
• 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
• 1 tsp Active Dry Yeast
• 2 large Large Eggs
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
• 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
• 1 cup Blueberries
• 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and melted butter.

4. 4

   Add the yeast mixture, flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

5. 5

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

6. 6

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

7. 7

   Punch down the dough and fold in blueberries and chopped pecans.

8. 8

   Place the dough in a greased loaf pan and cover it with plastic wrap.

9. 9

   Let the dough rise again for 30 minutes, or until puffed.

10. 10

    Bake the brioche for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

11. 11

    Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

💡 Pro Tips

To ensure the brioche rises evenly, make sure the yeast is active and the dough is at room temperature. Don't overmix the dough, or it will be tough. Store the brioche at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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