Description
Learn how to make a classic Challah Bread with this easy and delicious recipe. This traditional Jewish bread is soft, slightly sweet, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 egg yolk (for dough)
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Optional:
- 1 tablespoon sesame or poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy. Add oil, eggs, egg yolk, salt, and flour gradually. Knead until smooth.
- Rise: Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- Braid: Divide and braid the dough, then let it rise again.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle seeds if desired, and bake until golden brown.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, refrigerate the dough overnight for a slow rise.
- This recipe makes one large loaf, or you can make rolls or smaller loaves.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
