Almond Brioche

Jul 12, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Baking Breads rolls Vanilla: Beans Medium

A glossy, deep golden almond brioche on a wooden board, one piece torn open to show the soft, feathery crumb

A tender, enriched brioche with a subtle almond flavor, filled with creamy almond paste and finished with a golden vanilla egg wash.

Prep 40 min

Cook 20 min

Cooling 3 hr

Total 5 hr 30 min

Yield 12 buns

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Ingredients

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4.0 cups (480.0 g)bread flour
¼ cup (50.0 g)granulated sugar
2.0 tsp (6.0 g)instant yeast
1 ½ tsp (9.0 g)fine sea salt
4.0 large (200.0 g)eggs
½ cup (113.0 ml)whole milk, warm (about 100°F / 38°C)
12.0 tbsp (170.0 g)unsalted butter, softened
1.0 large (50.0 g)egg, for egg wash
1.0 (0.5 g)vanilla bean, split and scraped
½ cup (120.0 g)almond cream (almond paste mixed with 1 tsp vanilla bean seeds and 2 tbsp milk)

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Instructions

Combine bread flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
Warm the milk to about 100°F (38°C) and mix in the 4 large eggs and the vanilla bean seeds scraped from the split bean.
With the mixer on low speed, add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a rough dough forms.
Increase speed to medium and knead for 5 minutes until dough is smooth.
Gradually add the softened butter in tablespoons, allowing each to incorporate fully before adding the next. Continue kneading until the dough is shiny, elastic, and pulls away from the bowl, about 10-15 minutes total.
Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let it proof at room temperature until doubled in size, about 90 minutes.
Press the dough gently to deflate and chill it, covered, until firm, about 3 hours or overnight.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions (about 90 g each). Flatten each piece and spread about 1 tablespoon of almond cream in the center, then fold the dough over to enclose the filling and shape into smooth buns.
Place the filled buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet or into a loaf pan, spacing them evenly.
Cover loosely and let the buns proof at room temperature until puffed, about 45-60 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Whisk the large egg with a tablespoon of water and brush the tops of the buns evenly. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack before serving.

Tips

Make sure the butter is very soft but not melted for best incorporation into the dough.
Use the vanilla bean seeds in the dough and the almond cream for a rich and balanced almond-vanilla flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make almond brioche?

Plan on 40 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, plus 4 hours 30 minutes to rise and chill. The recipe makes 12 almond brioche buns.

How should I store almond brioche?

Store cooled almond brioche buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently in a low oven before serving.

Can I make almond brioche ahead?

Prepare the dough and almond cream a day ahead and refrigerate the dough overnight before shaping.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (0.5 g). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A tender, enriched brioche with a subtle almond flavor, filled with creamy almond paste and finished with a golden vanilla egg wash.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

267 Calories / serving

15.4g Fat

25.1g Carbs

7.2g Protein

7.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~3204 cal · 185g fat · 301g carbs · 86g protein · 88g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 267 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 50 min·2.9 mi·~5850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 36 min·1.8 mi·~3600 steps
Moderate cycling 27 min·5.4 mi
Swimming laps 37 min
Jogging 26 min·2.2 mi·~4150 steps
Stair climbing 25 min·~2250 steps
Dancing 43 min
Bodyweight circuit training 27 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 62 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.