Delicious Pumpkin Brioche Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of autumn with this delightful Pumpkin Brioche. Infused with pumpkin puree and warm spices, this brioche is the perfect addition to your fall baking repertoire. The dough is rich and buttery, and the pumpkin adds a natural sweetness and a beautiful orange hue. Enjoy it as a snack, for breakfast, or use it to make some heavenly French toast. This recipe is easy to make and will fill your home with the warmth of pumpkin spices.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup warm milk
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, warm milk, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir until well mixed.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast, flour, remaining sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mix well.
3. Add the pumpkin mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a rough dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Gradually add the softened butter, a tablespoon at a time, kneading well after each addition. Continue kneading for another 10 minutes, or until the dough is soft and pliable.
6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
7. Punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions.
8. Shape each portion into a ball and place them in a greased 9-inch round baking pan. Cover with the kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
10. Bake the brioche for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
12. Enjoy the pumpkin brioche on its own or use it to make French toast. It's perfect with a drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

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