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Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the warm milk 43°C and yeast","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix the bread flour, sugar, and salt.","group":"Mixing","title":"Mix the bread flour, sugar, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the yeast mixture and the 5 eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until a rough dough forms, about 2-3 minutes.","group":"Mixing","title":"Add the yeast mixture and the 5 eggs","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Increase to medium speed and add the softened butter, one tablespoon at a time, ensuring each piece is fully incorporated before adding the next. Knead for 10-15 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.","group":"Kneading","title":"Increase to medium speed","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Kneading"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1.5 to 2 hours.","group":"First Proof","title":"Place the dough in a greased bowl","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"First Proof"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise again for 1 hour.","group":"Shaping & Second Proof","title":"Punch down the dough","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Shaping & Second Proof"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Brush the top of the loaf with the beaten egg wash.","group":"Baking","title":"Preheat the oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Baking"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 88°C (190°F). Let cool completely before slicing.","group":"Baking","title":"Bake for 30-35 minutes or","timerMinutes":35,"sourceTitle":"Baking"}],"notes":"Ensure your butter is softened but not melted. Kneading the butter into the dough gradually is the key to that classic brioche texture. 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