Challah, Multicolor

Challah is a traditional Jewish bread typically eaten on Shabbat and holidays. Its braided shape symbolizes unity and togetherness.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Challah, Multicolor

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Bread Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs

Servings: 8 Calories: 1760

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3.5 cup Flour
• 2 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Yeast
• 1 cup Water
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 6 drop Food coloring (assorted colors)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. Add water, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
5. Add a few drops of food coloring to each portion and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
6. Place the dough portions in separate greased bowls, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. Take one portion of each colored dough and roll them into ropes of equal length.
9. Braid the ropes together, tucking the ends under.
10. Place the braided dough on a greased baking sheet.
11. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
13. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 6g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.