Most Amazing Challah
Challah is a traditional Jewish bread that is typically eaten on Sabbath and other holidays. It is often braided and has a rich, slightly sweet flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 4 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon Sugar
- 2 teaspoon Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Warm water
- 1 for brushing Egg yolk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and warm water.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing well until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 3 equal parts.
- Roll each part into a long rope and braid them together.
- Transfer the braided dough to a greased baking sheet and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise for another 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the challah with beaten egg yolk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- 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.