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Traditional Challah Bread

Beautiful braided Jewish bread that's slightly sweet and wonderfully soft.

Medium⏱️ 4 hours🍽️ 2 loaves🔥 210 cal
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🥄 Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • Sesame or poppy seeds

📝 Instructions

  1. 1

    Dissolve yeast in warm water with pinch of sugar.

  2. 2

    Mix flour, sugar, and salt.

  3. 3

    Add yeast mixture, eggs, and oil. Knead until smooth.

  4. 4

    Rise 1.5 hours until doubled.

  5. 5

    Divide dough, form 6 strands per loaf.

  6. 6

    Braid traditionally.

  7. 7

    Rise 45 minutes.

  8. 8

    Egg wash and sprinkle with seeds.

  9. 9

    Bake at 350°F for 28-32 minutes.

💡 Pro Tips

  • ✓Practice the 6-strand braid.
  • ✓Makes incredible French toast.
  • ✓Brush with honey for sweeter glaze.
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
4 hours

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