Best 2 Rich Egg Bread Recipes

Those looking to bake a rich and flavorful egg bread will find a wealth of delectable recipes at their fingertips. From classic brioche to sweet challah, there's an egg bread perfect for any occasion. Whether you prefer a light and airy texture or a more dense and chewy loaf, there's a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best egg bread recipe for you.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

RICH CHALLAH (BRAIDED EGG BREAD)

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Many Challah breads either have too many eggs or just not enough. This recipe has just the right amount, about 1 egg per cup of flour. This recipe can also be done on the dough cycle in your bread machine and finished by hand. Best of all it makes THE BEST French toast! Cooking time does not include rising time.

Provided by QueenBof6

Categories Yeast Breads

Time 50m

Yield 1 LARGE LOAF, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup milk, for more richness
4 eggs
6 tablespoons oil, makes it more cake like
6 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
5 cups flour
2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast (OR AMOUNT SPECIFIED BY YOUR YEAST PER CUP OF FLOUR) or 2 1/2 teaspoons bread machine yeast (OR AMOUNT SPECIFIED BY YOUR YEAST PER CUP OF FLOUR)
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons water
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In bread machine add to bread pan in order suggested by manufacturer, select dough setting, press start.
After beep, remove risen dough and follow directions on how to shape and bake below.
In Kitchen-aid stand mixer or like devise mix dry ingredients in bowl and turn on low speed to incorporate.
Add eggs one at a time, allow to mix in before adding next one, then add oil.
Turn mixer up to next speed (2 on Kitchen-aid), add milk in a slow stream, knead until soft, smooth, and warm, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Grease a bowl and place dough in bowl turning to coat.
Allow to rest and rise until double in size.
***Shaping and baking***.
Punch down and turn out risen dough onto a lightly oiled surface, let rest 5 minutes, punching dough down gets it all excited, it needs to sit and relax.
Shape dough into a log and cut off 1/3; set aside.
Cut remaining dough into 3 pieces and roll into 18 inch ropes, start braid from middle and braid to one end, pinch together and tuck under, repeat with other side.
Cut set aside dough into 3 pieces and roll out to 13-15 inches long, repeat braiding method and place smaller braid on top of larger braid.
Grease a large 1/2 sheet baking sheet and place finished braid sideways from corner to corner.
Allow to rise until almost double, mix glaze ingredients and brush loaf gently.
Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 35-45 minutes, cover loosely with foil 15-20 minutes into baking to avoid over browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.9, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 255.9, Carbohydrate 34.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 6.2

RICH EGG BREAD

Rich Egg Bread image

Make and share this Rich Egg Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by byZula

Categories Yeast Breads

Time 3h45m

Yield 4 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 (1/4 ounce) packages yeast
3 cups milk, lukewarm
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup warm water
1/2 cup sugar
4 eggs
12 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening and 6 cups flour. Beat until smooth; mix in enough remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
Turn dough onto floured board; knead until smooth and elastic.
Place in greased bowl, greased side up. Cover, let rise 2 hours.
Punch dough down; divide into 4 equal pieces.
Shape into loaves and place in greased loaf pans.
Cover, let rise again about 1 hour.
Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Make sure your eggs, butter, and milk are fresh, and use a good-quality bread flour.
Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place. This will help it to rise evenly and create a light and fluffy bread.
Don't over-knead the dough. Over-kneading can make the bread tough and chewy. Knead the dough just until it is smooth and elastic.
Bake the bread in a preheated oven. This will help the bread to rise evenly and create a golden-brown crust.
If you're new to baking bread, start with a simple recipe. Once you've mastered the basics, you can try more complex recipes.

Conclusion:

Baking your own egg bread at home is a rewarding experience, and it's easier than you may think. With a little practice, you'll be able to create delicious, homemade egg bread that your family and friends will love. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!