Sugar-Free Homemade Brioche Buns

Elevate your bread-baking game with these irresistibly soft and buttery Sugar-Free Homemade Brioche Buns. Perfect for health-conscious bakers, this recipe swaps sugar for natural flavors while maintaining the rich, tender texture brioche is celebrated for. With a delicate balance of whole milk, eggs, and a generous helping of softened unsalted butter, these buns are wonderfully fluffy and golden. Whether served as a breakfast treat, sandwich base, or burger bun, their light yet decadent flavor profile suits any meal. Easy to make with just a few pantry staples and an enriching slow-rise process, these sugar-free buns are a versatile and sumptuous addition to any home baker's repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 ml Whole milk
• 7 g Active dry yeast
• 400 g All-purpose flour
• 8 g Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 180 g Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large Egg (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk to about 38°C (100°F) and add the active dry yeast. Stir to dissolve and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the middle and add the frothy yeast mixture and eggs.

Step 3

Using a dough hook on a stand mixer, mix the ingredients on a low setting until everything is well combined.

Step 4

Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and slowly incorporate the softened butter, a few tablespoons at a time, ensuring it is fully absorbed before adding more.

Step 5

Continue kneading the dough on medium-high speed for about 10-15 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release air and transfer to a lightly floured surface.

Step 8

Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces (approximately 100g each) and shape each piece into a tight ball.

Step 9

Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them a few inches apart. Cover again with a damp towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until noticeably puffy.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 11

Beat the remaining egg and gently brush it over each bun to create a glossy finish.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Enjoy your sugar-free brioche buns with your favorite fillings or toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(918.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3129.5

Total Fat 173.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1151.8mg	0%
Sodium 3504.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.1g
Protein 74.7g	0%

Vitamin D 218.5IU	0%
Calcium 358.7mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 1069.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 40.5%