Milk Brioche Rolls

Milk Brioche Rolls

Ingredients :

• - 3 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• - 1 teaspoon salt
• - 2 and 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
• - 1/2 cup warm milk
• - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• - 2 large eggs
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the egg wash:

• - 1 egg, beaten
• - 1 tablespoon milk

For the topping:

• - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• - Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions :

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a wooden spoon or a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix until a soft dough forms.

4. If using a stand mixer, knead the dough on low speed for about 5 minutes. If kneading by hand, transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size.

6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide it into 12 equal pieces.

7. Shape each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges underneath and rolling it against the surface.

8. Place the shaped rolls on a greased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes.

9. While the rolls are rising, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

10. In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk to make the egg wash.

11. Once the rolls have risen, brush them with the egg wash using a pastry brush. Sprinkle each roll with granulated sugar.

12. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped.

13. Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.