Artificial Food Coloring Free Buttery Soft Brioche Bread

Rich, pillowy, and impossibly tender, this brioche is the kind of bread that makes you want to clear your whole afternoon just to bake it. Every ingredient here is exactly what it looks like — flour, eggs, butter, milk, sugar, salt — with zero synthetic dyes or artificial additives hiding anywhere in the list. That matters more than you might think, because plenty of store-bought enriched breads and brioche-style loaves sneak in colorings to achieve that golden, bakery-perfect hue. This loaf earns its deep chestnut crust the honest way: a simple egg wash and a hot oven do all the work. The technique is the real star — a slow butter incorporation builds that signature glossy, elastic dough, while an overnight cold retard in the fridge deepens the flavor without any shortcuts. Patience is the only special ingredient you need beyond what's already on the list. Slice it thick, toast it lightly, or just tear into it warm from the rack — either way, you'll know exactly what went into every beautiful bite.

About Fig

Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.

Learn more →