Bread & viennoiserie

Brioche

A soft bread enriched with butter and eggs.

Brioche Nanterre
Brioche NanterrePhoto: Msayago10CC BY-SA 4.0Brioche Nanterre

Say it: bree-OSH (approximate English pronunciation)

Brioche is a yeast bread enriched with butter and eggs. Its soft crumb makes it suitable for both sweet and savory uses. A bakery might offer whole loaves or individual rolls, while a café may use slices for toast. Check the menu to distinguish the bread from a prepared dish.

Names to look for on menus

brioche, brioches

Explore its regional connections: Paris & Île-de-France

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About this guide and further reading

Written by Eat French.Food. Reference check: 2026-10-12. Pronunciations are approximate guides for English speakers.