Benjamina Ebuehi, known for her elegant baking, has shared a new recipe for honey butter brioche with grilled peaches, perfect for summer entertaining. The dish features a soft, enriched brioche loaf brushed with a honey butter glaze, served alongside grilled peaches that are caramelized to bring out their natural sweetness.
Ingredients and Preparation
The brioche dough requires strong bread flour, yeast, eggs, butter, and milk, with a honey butter mixture for glazing. The dough is kneaded until smooth, left to rise, then baked until golden. The peaches are halved, grilled until charred, and brushed with honey butter before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Ebuehi recommends serving the brioche warm, sliced, with the grilled peaches on top and a dollop of crème fraîche or vanilla ice cream. The combination of buttery bread and smoky-sweet fruit creates a balance of flavors and textures.
Chef's Tips
For best results, use ripe but firm peaches to prevent them from becoming mushy during grilling. The brioche can be made a day ahead and reheated. Ebuehi emphasizes that the honey butter can be flavored with a pinch of sea salt or cinnamon for extra depth.
