Homemade brioche with head, Nanterre and braid

Recipe by Chef Sylvain - Long live pastry!

Learn to make three classic brioche types – the brioche à tête, the “Nanterre” brioche and the braid – using Chef Sylvain's artisanal method. The butter‑rich dough, risen twice, yields a soft, golden, fragrant result, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 1m
Prep
30m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 42m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$3.07
Per serving:$0.38

Critical Success Points

  • Knead the dough for 10 minutes folding to develop the gluten.
  • Incorporate the butter until it is fully integrated.
  • Observe the fermentation times (1 h at room temperature, 1 h in the fridge, then 1 h 30 of second rise).
  • Properly seal the pieces of the brioche à tête to prevent them from separating during baking.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle warm water carefully to avoid burns.
  • Use gloves or a cloth when handling the very hot dough after baking.
  • Do not leave the yeast in boiling water; it kills it.

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