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Loaf of gluten-free brioche bread sitting on a wooden table

Gluten Free Brioche Bread

This fluffy Gluten Free Brioche Bread is rich in flavor and perfect for toast, sandwiches, or French toast, all while being gluten-free.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose gluten free flour blend
  • 1.75 teaspoons xanthan gum omit if your blend already contains it
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 5 large eggs at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup warm milk about 95°F
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature, roughly chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease and line a standard 9-inch x 5-inch loaf pan, and set it aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whisk together the flour, xanthan gum, sugar, yeast, and cream of tartar.
  3. Toss in the salt and whisk again to combine.
  4. Add the vinegar, eggs, warm milk, and butter to the dry ingredients.
  5. Beat on medium-low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to medium-high speed for at least 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and beat on high for another 2 minutes.
  6. Move the dough into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it firmly into the corners. Smooth the top with a moistened spatula.
  7. Cover the pan with lightly greased plastic wrap and place it in a warm, draft-free spot to rise until it reaches the top of the pan (about 1 hour or longer).
  8. When it’s puffed up beautifully, preheat the oven to 375°F.
  9. Remove the plastic wrap and score the loaf down the center at a 45° angle, cutting about 1/4 inch deep.
  10. Bake for 25 minutes, rotate the pan 180°, and bake for another 20 minutes.
  11. For a soft crust, wrap in aluminum foil and bake an extra 5-10 minutes, or until it reaches at least 190°F inside.
  12. Remove from the oven, let it cool on a wire rack, and slice to serve.

Notes

Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. For a crunchier crust, skip the foil wrapping step but keep an eye on baking time.