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Challah Bread Recipe

This is a traditional Jewish bread, often braided and typically eaten on ceremonial occasions such as Shabbat and major Jewish holidays.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Jewish
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast about 2 ¼ teaspoons
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup warm water 110°F (45°C)
  • 1 egg yolk for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon water for egg wash

Instructions 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add the remaining sugar, oil, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 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 about 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down the dough and divide it into three equal parts. Roll each part into a long rope and braid them together. Place the braided loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Cover the loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Mix the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water and brush it over the loaf. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Challah
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