Poppy Seed Brioche Rolls Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add the warm milk, softened butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
4. Gently knead in the poppy seeds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

First Rise:

1. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Shape the Rolls:

1. After the first rise, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles.
2. Divide the dough into equal portions (about 12-16 pieces, depending on the size of the rolls you prefer).
3. Shape each portion into a round ball and place them into greased small ramekins or a muffin tin.

Second Rise:

1. Cover the shaped rolls with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until they have puffed up significantly.

Preheat Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare the Egg Wash:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make the egg wash.
2. Brush the tops of the risen rolls with the egg wash to give them a beautiful golden brown color when baked.

Bake the Rolls:

1. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Cool and Serve:

1. Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack.
2. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy your delicious poppy seed brioche rolls! They are perfect on their own or with a spread of butter and jam.