Vienna Bread or Pain Viennois is an absolutely delicious and irresistible Austrian bread that one must definitely not miss try.
I last updated this recipe in April 2016, and since then, this recipe has garnered more than a million page views and is one of the most popular recipes on my blog.
What does Vienna Bread or Pain Viennois or Austrian bread rolls taste like ?
Vienna Bread can be made in the shape of rolls or baguettes. It is softer than traditional European baguettes (i.e., Italian baguettes and French baguettes), and has a fine texture with tight crumbs and has a sweet taste.
How do your serve Vienna Bread rolls or Bread loaves?
You can make delicious toasts, french toasts, grilled cheese sandwiches, or other sandwiches with your favorite filling. You can even serve Vienna Bread as a side with soup or toasted with pasta.
My family loves toasted Vienna Bread with a spread of soft room temperature butter, and it gets over in no time. Its hard not to eat these beauties as soon as they come out of the oven. Trust me; they are simply irresistible.
Vienna bread is also known as Pain Viennois. You can check more details on this bread here. This bread is inspired by one of my favorite chefs of the real deal cooking channel.
How to make Vienna Bread rolls soft?
How do I make a Vegan Vienna Bread?
Honestly, I have not tried preparing a Vegan Vienna Bread. If I were to try this version in the future, I would replace butter with vegan butter, milk with any non-diary milk, and brush the risen roll with a vegan egg wash. If you are unsure what a vegan egg wash is, then here is my version that I use for sweet (non-savory) recipes.
Vegan egg wash substitutes
One part of Agave nectar whisked with two parts of non-diary milk. The heat in the oven causes - (1) the sugars in the agave nectar to caramelize and give the bread its signature golden-brown crust (along with sugar in the dough), and (2) the proteins in the non-diary milk to breakdown and give the bread a shiny finish once the water content evaporates.
Printable Detailed Recipe for Vienna Bread or Pain Viennois or Austrian Bread rolls or loaves or loafs
Vienna Bread or Pain Viennois is an absolutely delicious Austrian bread that one must definitely not miss to try.
- 1 packet Active dry yeast ( 2 ½ tsp)
- 2 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 ⅓ cup Fat free skim milk
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 3 ½ cup + 2 tbsp All purpose flour
- 3 tablespoon Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 Egg wash (beat an egg with pinch of salt)
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In a bowl, add warm fat free skim milk, sugar and mix well. Sprinkle yeast.
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Cover it and keep it undisturbed for 10 minutes. Let the yeast activate.
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Add salt and all purpose flour to the yeast mixture and mix.
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Transfer the dough to working surface. Add the softened butter and knead it using palm and heals of your hand for about 8 to 10 minutes till you get a soft dough. I have not added any additional flour while kneading.
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Transfer the dough to a bowl. Cover and keep it aside for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until it is doubled in size.
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Transfer the dough to working surface. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. I have not used any extra flour.
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Shape each piece into ball. Cover it with kitchen towel and let it sit for about 15 minutes.
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Flatten each ball to remove any air bubbles and shape them tightly into sandwich rolls or shape of baguettes.
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Place these rolls on baking pan at least 3 to 4 inch apart. Brush it with egg wash.
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Using sharp knife or razor blade score at least 10 times.
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Let it proof again for 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 450 degree F. Brush the loaves with egg wash again if desired.
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Bake for about 15 minutes or until done.
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Allow it to cool down.
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Vienna Bread is ready. Serve and enjoy.
- The amount of flour may vary depending on the brand of flour used and weather conditions or even the type of milk used in the recipe.
- You may substitute milk with water and milk powder in the recipe.
- Try not to add any flour during the kneading process. As you knead it for 8 to 10 minutes you will get a smooth soft dough.
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Recipe for Vienna Bread or Pain Viennois or Austrian Bread Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 packet Active dry yeast ( 2 ½ tsp)
- 2 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 ⅓ cup Fat free skim milk
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 3 ½ cup + 2 tablespoon All purpose flour
- 3 tablespoon Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 Egg wash (beat an egg with pinch of salt)
Steps to prepare Vienna Bread Rolls from scratch
Step I
- In a bowl, add warm fat free skim milk, sugar and mix well. Sprinkle yeast.
- Cover it and keep it undisturbed for 10 minutes. Let the yeast activate.
Step II
- Add salt and all purpose flour to the yeast mixture and mix.
- Transfer the dough to working surface. Add the softened butter and knead it using palm and heals of your hand for about 8 to 10 minutes till you get a soft dough. I have not added any additional flour while kneading.
- Transfer the dough to a bowl. Cover and keep it aside for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until it is doubled in size.
Step III
- Transfer the dough to working surface. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. I have not used any extra flour.
- Shape each piece into ball. Cover it with kitchen towel and let it sit for about 15 minutes.
Step IV
- Flatten each ball to remove any air bubbles and shape them tightly into sandwich rolls or shape of baguettes.
- Place these rolls on baking pan at least 3 to 4 inch apart. Brush it with egg wash.
- Using sharp knife or razor blade score at least 10 times.
- Let it proof again for 1 hour.
Step V
- Preheat the oven to 450 degree F. Brush the loaves with egg wash again if desired.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until done.
- Allow it to cool down.
- Vienna Bread is ready. Serve and enjoy.
Recipe Notes
- The amount of flour may vary depending on the brand of flour used and weather conditions or even the type of milk used in the recipe.
- You may substitute milk with water and milk powder in the recipe.
- Try not to add any flour during the kneading process. As you knead it for 8 to 10 minutes you will get a smooth soft dough.
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These Vienna bread sticks are bakery-perfect!
Kushi
Thank you Angie 🙂
Moumita Malla
So perfect and looks so delicious,would love to taste it
Kushi
Thank you Moumita 🙂
Tina
How big are these? Could you just make a bigger loaf instead of smaller ones?
Kushi
Each of the six loaves are slightly larger than a hot dog bun, say 6 inches long and 2 to 3 inches diameter. I have never tried making a single loaf from the given measurements. For a single loaf the baking time will increase, say 18 to 20 mins - may be longer.
Shobha Rawal
Lovely & perfect bread................looks awesome.
Kushi
Thank you dear 🙂
Katerina
They look super luscious and so delicious!
Kushi
Thank you dear 🙂
Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen
I love Love homemade breads, and these Vienna bread sticks look awesome, Kushi. I can imagine the baking aroma coming out of your kitchen.
Kushi
Thank you Anu 🙂
David @ Spiced
Vienna bread is one of my favorites, Kushi...and this looks perfect! I would love a nice big slice...or a loaf...right about now! 🙂
Kushi
Thank you David 🙂
Poornima Hegde
Oh wow! Bread looks amazing.. I love making bread at home and this one looks so perfectly made. Bookmarked!
Kushi
Thank you Poornima 🙂
Smitha
Vienna breads appear similar to the ones we get from carrefour. I can feel its texture and aroma.
Kushi
Thank you Smitha 🙂
Sadhna Grover
Hi Khushi, This bread looks awesome and tempting, Can I make without egg? I really like the shape.
Kushi
Thank you dear. Egg wash is done for the glaze. If you skip the look of bread may change. You can try glazing it with butter or milk.
Nisa(Flavour Diary)
you have got beautiful collection of bread recipes..keep on going
Kushi
Thank you Nisa 🙂
Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie
I am just loving all of your beautiful bread recipes, Kushi! These look amazingly delicious and fairly simple to make too! Nothing beats homemade bread!!!
Kushi
Thank you Joscelyn 🙂
karrie @ Tasty Ever After
This bread is absolutely gorgeous!!! I pinned this immediately because I love everything about it and will make it as soon as I can. Looks so yummy! 🙂
Kushi
Thank you so much dear. Do let me know how it turned out 🙂
Nava Krishnan
So good and I see how well these have been baked.
Kushi
Thank you Nava 🙂
marudhuskitchen
you prove to be a perfect baker kushi...picture perfect
Kushi
Thank you Vani 🙂
Patty
These look amazing. I want to try but can you use 2% milk?
Kushi
Thank you. Yes you can 🙂
Julia
Hi! Looks so pretty! Does it have to be fat-free milk?
Kushi
Thank you Julia. I have used fat-free milk. You can check for the substitute in tip section. You can try using whole milk but the amount of flour may vary slightly.
Juanita
Can you knead dough in a mixer or does it need to be done by hand?
Kushi
I like to knead it by hand 🙂 You can use mixer!
Jacque
Can this be done in a bread machine?
Kushi
Yes. you can! do let me know how this turned out!
Sessem
I have already done it but the dough was very sticky i dont know why
Kushi
Sessem - I am not sure, because the ratio of milk to flour is 1:2 (may be slightly more). As mentioned in tip section there are few other factors that may influence the amount of flour required, not just in this bread recipe but in other breads as well. I hope you were able to add more flour to bring the dough to desired consistency. I prepare Vienna rolls often and I always use the same proportions. I hope you give this one another try when you get a chance! Good luck.
Dice n Cook
The loafs are so beautiful 👌👌
Tori
could i make these into bigger loafs?? if so then how many more minutes dose it need in the oven?
Kushi
Tori, yes you may make these into bigger loaves. Baking time should not vary much. Keep an eye out at 15 minute mark - may be couple of minutes longer. Depends on the oven.
Cathy
WHOOOO HOOOOO! SO good!
Dawn
I just tried your recipe and my loaves turned out perfectly. Your instructions were very easy to follow. Beautiful!
Kushi
Thank you so much. I am glad you liked it!
Brandee
I've just made this bread today. The bread turned out simply gorgeous! The texture and crumb are spot on It is almost identical to the Vienna bread my mother used to make us. Thank you so much for this amazing recipe. It will now become a staple in my home.
Sharon
My house smelled amazing with this bread baking!! My loaves didn’t rise very high but the smaller size was perfect for a hoagie roll the next day! The personal size loaves were delicious. I did sprinkle sea salt on the loaves before baking and I will add even more next time!! Thanks for a super easy, delicious recipe! The loaves were beautiful as well!
Jeannette Mitchell
Two of my grandsons just left here with smiles on their faces after eating two meatball sandwiches each. They agree with me these are the best sandwich rolls ever thank you thank you thank you
Kushi
Thank you so much for the comment. You left a smile on my face 🙂
Heather
Hi Kushi,
I would like to try this but I only have instant dry yeast. Can I use that or do I need to buy the active dry yeast?
Kushi
I think it should be fine with instant dry yeast. Do let me know how this turned out!
Alison Hutchins
I've been unable to find a cue to print this recipe. I also tried to copy and paste, which as a waste of time. I would love to be able to make this bread.........what does one have to do to print it please? Why is it so difficult to find a way? Thank you
Kushi
I have enabled the option to print this recipe. Thanks for recommending this feature for my blog - I really appreciate it.
Alison Hutchins
I am wondering why one cannot find a cue to print the recipe. I looked as thoroughly as possible several times; you have all sorts of website "buttons" but not one for print. I love to bake bread, would love to try this but need to print it. Why so difficult? I also tried copy/paste, result was disastrous. Hope you can help.
Kushi
Sorry, I do not have the print-recipe feature on my blog yet. I will consider your suggestion when I update my website in the future. As a side note - I was able to easily copy paste the ingredient and steps section from the webpage to Microsoft Word and Google docs (docs.google.com) without any loss in formatting and then issue a print. Thanks!
Heidy
Can I prepare this receipt without the 2 tbs of Maida? Or can I substitute this ingredient?
Kushi
I have used a total of 3.5 cups + 2tbsp of All Purpose Flour [Maida means All purpose flour, sorry 🙂 ] in the recipe.
Maggie
Hi Kushi, the bread looks amazing! Can I use bread flour instead of all purpose flour? Thanks!
Kushi
Yes, you can. But you may see slight change in texture. Let me know how it turned out 🙂
Ashley
Just pulled these out of the oven and I can't wait to try them! They look and smell amazing! Just as I remember! I can't wait until they're cool enough try! I just need to score them deeper next time I make them. Wish I could attach my pictures for y'all to see!
Kushi
Thank you so much. I am glad yo loved it. I would love to see the pictures. Feel free to tag with #cookwithkushi on Instagram 🙂
May
It would be great if you post a video of the making process! Thanks
Leslie
Is the fat free milk important for texture - could I substitute whole milk?
Kushi
Fat definitely helps. I haven't tried it with fat free milk. If you try, please let us all know how it turned out.
Bibi pearce
I am definitely, trying to make this recipe. Looks delicious thank you very
Cheryl
Amazing !!! I made the dough in my bread machine, then followed the rest of the directions exactly. We love them great taste and texture. My baguettes look shorter than yours ( about 8 inches long) . Otherwise they look just like the picture. Thanks for this great recipe
Brittany D Carson
I just made this bread. Wonderful recipe! Thanks for sharing a different type of bread with me. I was wanting something different than a sourdough and these taste delicious! You weren't kidding about not adding extra flour. After kneading for 8 minutes, the dough came together beautifully. I only did one application of egg wash and my bread came our beautifully dark, so I'm glad I didn't apply a second coat. The bread tastes almost pretzel-like, and I love it.
For anyone making this recipe, I suggest making sure your milk is at least room temp and do NOT add extra flour while kneading.
Good luck!
Stan Harris
how warm should the water or milk be for activating yeast ?
Kushi
Sorry for the late response. Water/Milk should be luke warm, around 105F
Bry
I just got back from Vienna and fell in love with this style of bread whilst there! This recipe was so good and already feels like I never left Austria!
Kushi
Thanks a lot! I love this recipe too.
Danielle Wolter
This bread is just beautiful! It sounds so delicious and you make it seem so easy.
Jessica Formicola
I made this bread last weekend and it was incredible! It came out perfectly. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry
I do love making my own bread so I am going to have to give this a try! It has my mouth watering at the thought of it - delicious!
Heidy L. McCallum
Not only is this excellent bread tasting, but it also looks gorgeous after being baked and pinning this to save.
Traci
Whoah! I just found my new favorite recipe for Vienna bread...boom! Thank you! 🙂
Kelly Anthony
There is nothing like the smell of homemade bread baking in the oven. It reminds me of my childhood and all the delicious homemade bread my mom would make.
Toni
This is absolutely amazing! A sure hit at my house! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Kushi
Thanks for the wonderful feedback!
Amy
Wow this looks so good, I can't wait to try!
Krissy Allori
It's really hard to beat homemade bread. I love smelling it while it cooks and I love eating it when it's done. So good!
Andrea Metlika
Fresh homemade bread is the best. I've never had this kind before. It looks amazing.
Femi. O
These are some gorgeous bread photos you've got! I will confess to making the same assumption about this being similar to brioche...Now I know the difference and since the hardness of brioche is honestly a bit of a turn-off for me, I'm really looking forward to trying this!
Melanie
I used to buy vienna bread in France for breakfast. I haven't had that in ages! You totally made me travel back to my childhood and homeland! They look fabulous! Saving for later!
Geoffrey at Spoonabilities
I love homemade bread. You made those vent slices perfectly. Can't wait to try this recipe!
Toni
This is so perfect! Would be perfect for any occasion at my house!
Angela
I didn't know that adding sugar to the dough would make it brown better. What a great tip!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry
I love bread, all types of bread, and this looks totally delicious! I would definitely had to try it with some butter.
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
Love how simple this recipe is! And that golden color is gorgeous!
Chris Collins
I've never actually tried Vienna Bread before but after reading this I'll definitely be giving it a go!
David
You've got that crust coming out perfectly! Helpful breakdown about this bread vs. brioche. I also have my eye on your roti recipe!
Marie-Charlotte Chatelain
Oh I bet these are just the best with some cream cheese and raspberry jam! They looks like THE breakfast treat! Step aside toast!
Alison
This Vienna Bread is golden brown and beautiful. SO tasty!
Beth
Such a delicious bread! I love the texture!
Jenn
This is an AH-mazing recipe! Your straightforward instructions make it so easy to enjoy delicious freshly baked bread at home!
Jacqueline Meldrum
I've never heard of this type of bread before, but it looks and sounds wonderful. You really can't beat homemade bread, Sharing this one now 🙂
Anita
Wow, your breads look like they are straight out from a bakery. I have baked all sort of bread but never tried this one before. I'll totally be baking these beauties soon. 🙂
Helen Darr
Just wondering how long these 6 loaves are? are they individual for each person or what? Thx in advance.
Kushi
They are slightly larger than hot dog buns, about 6 inches long, 2 to 3 inches thick.
Dannii
This bread looks so light and fluffy. I can't wait to try it.
Sharon Chen
This looks so yummy! I can't wait to try and bake it 🙂
Danielle Wolter
What a great recipe. Your instructions were perfect and this came out incredible!
Amanda Wren-Grimwood
This bread looks gorgeous, fluffy and crusty. I can't wait to have a go at making this myself.
Toni
This is such an amazing bread! My whole family loved it!
Dannii
These look amazing. They look so light and fluffy.
Katie
Looks delicious! Can't wait to try this with friends.
Kathryn
Oh wow -- I have never heard of Vienna bread until now, but I'm a fan of all breads. I'm going to try making these tonight for dinner. Thanks so much for the recipe!
Mary
These are so wonderful! So great to have bread like this from my own oven!
Mary Beth
I made these using coconut milk. The result was a light and creamy bread that was probably fewer calories than the original recipe. I'll make them again and will use the coconut milk again-- the flavor was excellent. Nest time though, I'll pay more attention to finish shape, I have some work to do on that part!
ashok
My Family Loved it. I am definitely sharing Guys, Thanks For sharing this Great Recipe. this recipe and this website with my friend. Hope they also love it. Thank you again for sharing such a great recipe.
Chris
First of all, all your recipes look amazing. I made this bread twice now. The first time as little rolls, the seond time i put all the dough in a bread corning ware dish and left it in about 5 minutes later until the top was brown. I don't do egg wash being plant based. But i could see the whole loaf baked perfectly. I still have some left to eat tonight with mushroom stew. Thank you! Looking forward to following your other recipes too! Yummmmy
Kushi
Awww. Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am glad you loved it.
jere
My family not only loves eating bread everyone loves making bread so I have passed this recipe along. We may end up with four loaves of this bread some day,
Allyssa
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing vienna bread recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
Freya
I love that these look a little like pretzel sticks and that you’ve given us a vegan egg wash option!
Liz
These look beautiful! I love making homemade bread, always smells and tastes delicious! I will definitely have to give this recipe a try!