Savory Swiss Cheese Brioche
Indulge in the rich and buttery flavor of this Savory Swiss Cheese Brioche, a delightful bread perfect for any occasion. Made with warm milk and water, enriched with creamy butter, and loaded with shredded Swiss cheese, this soft and airy brioche is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish. The subtle sweetness from sugar balances the savory notes, making every bite a delicious experience. Whether you enjoy it fresh out of the bread machine or slightly toasted with a spread of butter, this recipe is one you’ll want to share with friends and family.
12
Servings
100
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Warm Water
1/2 cup (Warm to about 110°F (43°C))
Warm Milk
1/2 cup (Warm to about 110°F (43°C))
Egg
1 (Beaten)
Shredded Swiss Cheese
2/3 cup (Shredded)
Butter
1/3 cup (Cut into small pieces, softened)
Sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons (Granulated)
Salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (Kosher or sea salt)
Bread Flour
3 1/2 cups (Sifted)
Yeast
2 teaspoons (Active dry or instant)
Instructions
1
Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Ensure your water and milk are warm, around 110°F (43°C) to activate the yeast.
2
In a clean mixing bowl, combine the warm water, warm milk, and beaten egg. Mix well.
3
Add the shredded Swiss cheese and softened butter to the liquid ingredients, ensuring the butter is cut into small pieces for easier incorporation.
4
In another bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, bread flour, and yeast. Stir to combine.
5
Pour the dry mixture into the bread machine pan on top of the wet ingredients. Do not stir; the bread machine will mix it for you.
6
Select the 'sweet cycle' on your bread machine and start it. This setting is ideal for this brioche due to its rich ingredients.
7
Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the brioche from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
8
Enjoy fresh or toasted, optionally served with butter or your favorite spread.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
15g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Swiss Cheese Brioche?
It is a rich and buttery bread made with warm milk, water, creamy butter, and shredded Swiss cheese, offering a soft and airy texture with a balance of savory and subtle sweet notes.
How many servings does this brioche recipe yield?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
What are the nutritional facts for one serving?
Each serving contains 100 calories, 2.5g of fat, 15g of carbohydrates, and 4g of protein.
What setting should I use on my bread machine?
You should select the 'sweet cycle' on your bread machine for this brioche recipe.
What temperature should the milk and water be?
The milk and water should be warmed to approximately 110°F (43°C) to properly activate the yeast.
What type of cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of shredded Swiss cheese.
How should the butter be prepared before adding it?
The butter should be softened and cut into small pieces for easier incorporation into the dough.
Do I need to stir the ingredients in the bread machine pan?
No, you should pour the dry mixture on top of the wet ingredients and let the bread machine handle the mixing.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 3 1/2 cups of sifted bread flour.
How much yeast is required?
You will need 2 teaspoons of active dry or instant yeast.
Should the egg be added whole?
No, the egg should be beaten before being mixed with the warm water and milk.
How should the bread be cooled?
Once the cycle is complete, remove the brioche from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
What occasions is this bread suitable for?
It is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish.
Is there any sugar in this savory bread?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 1/2 tablespoons of granulated sugar to balance the savory flavors.
Can I toast this brioche?
Yes, it is delicious enjoyed fresh out of the machine or slightly toasted.
What kind of salt is best for this recipe?
You can use 1 1/2 teaspoons of either kosher or sea salt.
What is the first step in making this brioche?
Begin by gathering all ingredients and ensuring your water and milk are warmed to 110°F (43°C).
Can I use this recipe for snacks?
Yes, it is tagged as a snack and is perfect for a quick bite.
How much milk and water are needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of warm water and 1/2 cup of warm milk.
Is this a handmade or bread machine recipe?
While it involves manual preparation of ingredients, it is specifically designed to be baked in a bread machine.
What is the texture of the finished bread?
The brioche is soft and airy with a rich, buttery flavor.
What categories does this bread fall under?
It is categorized as a Yeast Bread and tagged as brioche, savory bread, and homemade bread.
How much butter is used in total?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of butter.
Can I serve this with spreads?
Yes, it is often served with butter or your favorite spread.
Does the recipe require sifting the flour?
Yes, the 3 1/2 cups of bread flour should be sifted.
Is this recipe high in fiber?
The fiber content is not specified for this recipe.
How much sodium is in this bread?
The specific sodium content is not listed in the nutritional data provided.
Is the Swiss cheese mixed with the dry ingredients?
No, the cheese is added to the wet ingredients (water, milk, egg, and butter) before the dry mixture is added.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 9 ingredients in this recipe.
Why is the 'sweet cycle' used for savory bread?
The 'sweet cycle' is ideal for this brioche because of its rich ingredients like butter, milk, and eggs, which benefit from that specific machine timing.