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Breads
Challah Bread
bread
Jewish
A soft, braided Jewish bread that's golden and fluffy, perfect for holidays or any special meal with its slightly sweet flavor and shiny crust.
RECIPE
Challah Bread
A soft, braided Jewish bread that's golden and fluffy, perfect for holidays or any special meal with its slightly sweet flavor and shiny crust.
Prep 30 mins
Cook 30 mins
Total 60 mins
bread
Jewish
Ingredients
Cook Mode
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 egg yolk for egg wash
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Preparation
1
In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2
Mix in oil, eggs, sugar, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Gradually add remaining flour to form a dough.
3
Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
4
Punch down dough, divide into strands, braid them, and place on a baking sheet. Let rise for 30 minutes.
5
Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes until golden.