Description

This Raspberry Swirl Brioche Loaf combines rich, buttery brioche dough with a luscious raspberry filling and a bright lemon glaze. Perfect for Christmas, brunch, or any festive gathering, this show-stopping bread is soft, flavorful, and surprisingly simple to make.

Ingredients

For the Brioche Dough:

3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast

¼ cup granulated sugar

½ tsp salt

½ cup warm milk (about 110°F)

4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs, at room temperature

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

For the Raspberry Filling:

1 cup raspberry preserves or jam

1 tbsp cornstarch

2 tbsp water

1 tbsp butter, melted (for brushing)

For the Glaze (Optional):

¾ cup powdered sugar

1–2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp milk or cream

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough:
- Mix warm milk with a pinch of sugar; sprinkle yeast and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add yeast mixture, softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest; mix into a rough dough.
- Knead for 10–12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, 1–1.5 hours.
Make the Raspberry Filling:
- Combine raspberry jam, cornstarch, and water; heat until slightly thickened. Cool.
Shape the Loaf:
- Punch down dough and roll into a 10×15-inch rectangle.
- Spread raspberry filling, leaving a ½-inch border.
- Roll tightly, slice lengthwise, and twist halves with cut sides up.
- Place into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan; cover and let rise 30–40 minutes.
Bake the Loaf:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush loaf with melted butter.
- Bake 35–40 minutes until golden brown; cover with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then on a wire rack.
Add the Glaze (Optional):
- Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk. Drizzle over cooled loaf.

Notes

Swap raspberry preserves with strawberry or blackberry jam.

Add nuts like almonds or pistachios for extra crunch.

White chocolate chips make a sweeter twist.

Dust with powdered sugar instead of glaze for a simpler finish.

Prep Time: 3 hours (including rising time)
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French-Inspired, Holiday Baking