Braided Brioche Bread: Soft and Fragrant for a Delicious Snack!

Ingredients:
1 cup (240 ml) warm milk (110°F/45°C)
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 tablespoon sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Directions: 

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