Easy Challah Bread
Challah is a traditional Jewish bread that is usually eaten on the Sabbath and other Jewish holidays.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Easy Challah Bread
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, and water.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Punch down the dough and divide it into 3 equal parts.
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Roll each part into a long rope, then braid the ropes together.
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Place the braided dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
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Brush the dough with an egg wash (1 beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water).
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
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Let the challah cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 240kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
