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Slice of gluten-free brioche bread on a wooden table

Gluten Free Brioche Bread

This Gluten Free Brioche Bread is soft, rich, and delicious — perfect for brunch or just because you deserve a tasty treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose gluten free flour blend
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons xanthan gum (omit if your blend already contains it)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 5 pieces eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (about 95°F)
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature, roughly chopped)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease and line a standard 9-inch x 5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whisk together the flour, xanthan gum, sugar, yeast, and cream of tartar.
  3. Toss in the salt and whisk again to combine.
  4. Add in the vinegar, eggs, warm milk, and butter.
  5. Beat on medium-low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to medium-high speed for at least 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and beat on high for another 2 minutes.
  6. Move the dough into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it firmly into the corners. Smooth the top with a moistened spatula.
Rising
  1. Cover the pan with lightly greased plastic wrap and place it in a warm, draft-free spot. Let it rise until it reaches the top of the pan.
Baking
  1. When it’s puffed up beautifully, preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Remove the plastic wrap, and score the loaf down the center at a 45° angle, cutting about 1/4 inch deep.
  3. Bake for 25 minutes, rotate the pan 180°, and bake for another 20 minutes.
  4. For a soft crust, wrap in aluminum foil and bake an extra 5-10 minutes, or until it reaches at least 190°F inside.
  5. Remove from the oven, let it cool on a wire rack, and slice to serve.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients help blend smoothly. Swap ingredients if needed and don't skip the rising time for a fluffy texture.