Sweet Challah Bread-For Beginners and Experts

Sweet Challah Bread-For Beginners and Experts recipe pinit

Challah bread is traditionally braided and is often enjoyed during Jewish holidays and special occasions.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs
Servings: 8 Calories: 2000
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, and warm water.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing well until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 3 equal parts.
  7. Roll each part into a long rope and braid them together.
  8. Transfer the braided dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and honey. Brush the mixture over the risen dough.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  13. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
Sugars 12g
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.

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